Looking for a chocolate treat that hits all the right notes? This Decadent Fudge Delight combines a rich, moist cake with a luscious chocolate frosting. It's perfect for any celebration or just a cozy night in.
Butter adds richness and moisture to the cake, giving it that melt-in-your-mouth texture. Water is used to dissolve the cocoa powder into a smooth mixture. Unsweetened cocoa powder is the star of the show, giving the cake its deep chocolate flavor. All-purpose flour provides structure to the cake, while granulated sugar sweetens it up just right. A pinch of salt enhances all the flavors, and baking soda helps the cake rise. Eggs bind everything together and add richness, while sour cream adds tanginess and keeps the cake incredibly moist. Vanilla extract adds a hint of warmth and complexity. For the frosting, heavy cream makes it silky and smooth, while semisweet chocolate chips provide that luscious, melt-in-your-mouth finish. A touch of powdered sugar adds sweetness and helps with the frosting's consistency.
This fudge delight pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side. For a fancier touch, sprinkle some sea salt flakes on top of the frosting just before serving. This contrast of sweet and salty will elevate the chocolate flavors even more.
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F. While it warms up, grease a 9x13 inch baking pan to prevent the cake from sticking. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter with water and cocoa powder over medium heat, stirring until it's smooth and well combined. Once it's ready, let it cool for a bit. In the meantime, grab a large bowl and whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda. These dry ingredients form the base of your cake.
Now, pour the cooled cocoa mixture into your flour mixture. Stir it gently until everything is just combined. It might look a bit lumpy at first, but that’s okay. Beat in the eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract until you have a smooth batter. Pour the batter into your prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Pop it in the oven and let it bake for about 35 minutes. You'll know it's done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
While your cake is cooling, it's time to make the frosting. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it’s just simmering — don’t let it boil. Pour this over your chocolate chips in a bowl. Let it sit for a minute to melt, then stir until silky smooth. Add in the powdered sugar and stir until completely mixed. Once your cake is cool to the touch, spread the frosting evenly over the top with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
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