Salted Caramel Chocolate Fudge Cake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Salted Caramel Chocolate Fudge Cake Recipe. This decadent cake features rich layers of moist chocolate sponge complemented by a silky salted caramel frosting that brings a delightful sweetness to each bite. Perfect for family gatherings or special celebrations, this cake not only captivates with its luxurious taste but also creates lasting memories around the table. Simple enough for beginners yet impressive enough for seasoned bakers, this recipe combines ease and elegance in every slice. Get ready to elevate your dessert game with this irresistible treat!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup light brown sugar
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- 3 large eggs
- ⅔ cup vegetable oil
- ⅓ cup buttermilk (homemade)
- 1 cup sour cream
- Salted caramel sauce (homemade)
- Dark chocolate (for frosting)
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 1.5 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp instant coffee
- ¾ cup boiling water
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream, warmed up
- ¾ tsp salt
- 1½ tsp vanilla
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temp
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup salted caramel sauce from above
- 1 cup heavy cream, cold
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugars, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, oil, buttermilk, sour cream, cocoa powder, instant coffee, and boiling water until smooth. Combine with dry ingredients.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Meanwhile, prepare the salted caramel sauce and let it cool.
- For frosting, melt dark chocolate and combine with beaten cream cheese and powdered sugar.
- Once cakes are cooled, layer them with salted caramel sauce and frosting before topping with whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg