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If you’re in the mood for a rich and indulgent dessert, this Vintage Double Fudge Cake is everything you need. It’s a throwback to classic chocolate cake recipes, with two layers of moist chocolate cake and a gooey, fudgy center. Topped with a silky, decadent chocolate frosting, this cake will be the star of any occasion.

Ready to bake up some chocolate bliss? Let’s get started!

Vintage Double Fudge Cake Recipe

Vintage Double Fudge Cake

Annie Graves
Make this Vintage Double Fudge Cake! Two layers of moist chocolate cake with a gooey fudgy center, topped with rich chocolate frosting—a true indulgence.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Cake

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup boiling water

For the Fudgy Center

  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp light corn syrup optional, for extra gloss

For the Chocolate Frosting

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2-3 tbsp