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Decadent chocolate fudge cake with truffle-dipped strawberries on top.

Chocolate Fudge Cake with Chocolate Truffle Dipped Strawberries

A decadent chocolate fudge cake paired with chocolate truffle dipped strawberries, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder Dutch-processed for deeper profile.
  • 2 cups sugar Adds sweetness and texture.
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tbsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Softened for better mixing.
  • 2 large eggs Bring to room temperature.
  • 1 cup soured milk Can substitute with yogurt or buttermilk.
  • 1 cup strong black coffee Enhances chocolate flavor.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Helps keep the cake moist.
For the frosting
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Melted.
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream Needed for smooth frosting.
  • 2 cups chocolate chips Use high-quality bittersweet chocolate.
  • 3 cups icing sugar
  • 1 pinch salt
For the truffle dipped strawberries
  • 12 oz fresh strawberries Best if in season.
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream For dipping the strawberries.
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips For the chocolate dip.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add butter, eggs, soured milk, coffee, and vegetable oil. Beat with an electric mixer for 2 minutes until smooth.
Baking the Cakes
  1. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
  2. Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  3. Allow cakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
Making the Frosting
  1. In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter, add cream and salt, heating until just boiling.
  2. Remove from heat, add chocolate chips, and let sit for 5 minutes before stirring until smooth.
  3. Slowly mix in icing sugar with an electric mixer until spreadable.
Preparing Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
  1. In a small saucepan, heat cream until just boiling, remove from heat, and stir in chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
  2. Wash and dry strawberries. Dip each into the chocolate mixture and place on a lined baking sheet to set.
Assembling the Cake
  1. Once cakes are cool, spread frosting on top of one layer, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides.
  2. Garnish with chocolate dipped strawberries and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Allow ingredients to reach room temperature for better mixing and don't skip cooling time to avoid a gummy texture.