Chocolate Fudge Cake

 Here is the recipe for Chocolate Fudge Cake:

Ingredients:

For the cake:

- 2 ¾ cups (315g) all-purpose flour

- 1 ½ cups (180g) granulated sugar

- 2 teaspoons baking powder

- 1 teaspoon salt

- 1 cup (235ml) whole milk, at room temperature

- 2 large eggs, at room temperature

- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

- 1 cup (120g) unsweetened cocoa powder

For the chocolate fudge frosting:

- 1 cup (200g) unsalted butter, at room temperature

- 2 cups (400g) confectioners' sugar

- 1 cup (120g) unsweetened cocoa powder

- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

- 4 ounces (120g) high-quality dark chocolate, melted

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease two 9-inch (23cm) round cake pans.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.

4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk until smooth.

5. Add the cocoa powder and whisk until well combined.

6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.

7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

8. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the frosting:

1. Beat the butter until creamy.

2. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract.

3. Beat until smooth and creamy.

4. Pour in the melted chocolate and beat until well combined.

Assembly:

1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate.

2. Spread a thick layer of frosting on top.

3. Place the second cake layer on top.

4. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.

Per serving calorie chart (assuming 12 slices):

- Calories: 420

- Total Fat: 24g

- Saturated Fat: 16g

- Cholesterol: 40mg

- Sodium: 250mg

- Total Carbohydrates: 50g

- Dietary Fiber: 2g

- Sugars: 36g

- Protein: 4g

Note: The calorie count is an estimate and may vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes.

I hope you enjoy this recipe! Let me know if you have any questions.