Cream Cheese Fudge Cake
Indulge in pure decadence with our irresistible Cream Cheese Fudge Cake recipe! This delightfully rich and moist cake combines the creamy tanginess of cream cheese with the deep chocolatey goodness of fudge. Perfect for special occasions, gatherings, or simply treating yourself to a slice of heaven, this cake is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients:
For the cake:
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup vegetable oil
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup boiling water
For the cream cheese layer:
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the fudge glaze:
– 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
– 1/4 cup heavy cream
– 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
3. Add the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until the batter is smooth and well incorporated.
4. Stir in the boiling water slowly, mixing until the batter becomes thin—it will be a bit runny, which is normal.
5. In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
6. Pour half of the chocolate cake batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
7. Carefully spoon the cream cheese mixture on top of the cake batter, spreading it into an even layer.
8. Pour the remaining chocolate cake batter over the cream cheese layer, smoothing it out with a spatula.
9. Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. While the cake is baking, prepare the fudge glaze: In a small saucepan, melt the chocolate chips, heavy cream, and butter over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth and glossy.
11. Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
12. Carefully transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
13. Drizzle the warm fudge glaze over the cooled cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
14. Slice, serve, and enjoy each heavenly bite of this luscious Cream Cheese Fudge Cake!
This cake is the epitome of indulgent bliss, with its rich layers of chocolate cake and creamy cream cheese, topped with a luscious fudge glaze. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a luxurious treat, this recipe is bound to delight your taste buds and impress your guests. Try it out and savor the magic of this decadent dessert!
