Exquisite Chocolate Fudge Layered Cake

Exquisite Chocolate Fudge Layered Cake – Indulge in Pure Decadence! 🤎🎂

Ingredients

● For the Brownie Cake:

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)

● For the Ganache Topping:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate (chopped)

Instructions

1: Prepare the Brownie Cake – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease & flour a 9x13-inch baking pan. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, then remove from heat and stir in the sugar until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, and stir in the vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder, then gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; fold in the chocolate chips. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.

2: Make the Ganache Topping – In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer (avoid boiling). Remove from heat and pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for 2–3 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.

3: Assemble the Cake – Pour the ganache evenly over the cooled brownie cake, using a spatula to spread it out. Let the ganache set at room temperature or refrigerate for a firmer texture.

4: Serve – Slice into squares or rectangles and serve as is, or top with whipped cream, fresh berries, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for an elegant touch. Enjoy your decadent dessert!