Description

Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of this Easy Chocolate Fudge Cake. This moist and chocolatey cake is a perfect treat for any occasion, and it’s so simple to make!

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients:

1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup hot water
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add Wet Ingredients: Incorporate melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract into the dry mix. Stir in sour cream until smooth. Slowly add hot water, blending until fully mixed.
Include Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips. Pour batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 30-35 minutes.
Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or frosting.

Notes

You can substitute sour cream with plain Greek yogurt.
For an extra fudgy cake, add a ganache or chocolate glaze on top after cooling.