Fudgy Chocolate Birthday Cake

Health score
14%
Fudgy Chocolate Birthday Cake
45 min.
10
1322kcal

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Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of our Fudgy Chocolate Birthday Cake, a delightful dessert that promises to impress at any celebration. This cake is not just a treat for the eyes; it’s a chocolate lover's dream come true. With a moist and fudgy texture, each slice melts in your mouth, delivering an unforgettable burst of chocolatey goodness.

Crafted with a devil's food cake mix, this cake is deliciously simple yet extraordinary. The secret to its remarkable flavor lies in the generous addition of semisweet chocolate chips, making it an indulgence that is hard to resist. The raspberry jam adds a surprising twist, offering a touch of brightness that perfectly balances the rich chocolate layers.

Whether it's for a birthday, an anniversary, or simply a sweet surprise, this cake serves up to 10 people, making it ideal for sharing—though you might find it hard to let anyone else have a slice! The easy-to-follow instructions mean you can whip it up in just 45 minutes, allowing you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the festivities. So, get your mixing bowl ready and treat yourself and your loved ones to this fudgy, flavorful creation that will undoubtedly become the highlight of your dessert table!

Ingredients

  • box duncan hines devil's food cake (1 pound 2.25 ounces)
  • large eggs 
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • 0.5 cup raspberry jam seedless
  • cups semi chocolate chips 
  • cup cream sour
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Butter three 8-inch-diameter nonstick cake pans with 1 1/2-inch-high sides.
  2. Place devil's food cake mix, 1 cup water, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract and 1/4 cup sour cream in large bowl. Using electric mixer, beat batter 2 minutes. Stir in 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips.
  3. Divide batter among prepared pans (about 1 3/4 cups batter for each).
  4. Bake until tester inserted into center of cake layers comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Cool cake layers in pans on racks 15 minutes. Run small sharp knife between pan sides and cake layers to loosen. Turn out onto racks; cool completely. Bring 1/2 cup raspberry jam and 3 tablespoons unsalted butter to simmer in heavy large saucepan over medium heat, stirring often.
  5. Remove from heat.
  6. Add remaining 3 cups semisweet chocolate chips and stir until melted.
  7. Add remaining 3/4 cup sour cream and 2 cups powdered sugar. Using electric mixer, beat frosting in pan until smooth and thick, about 2 minutes.
  8. Place 1 cake layer on platter.
  9. Spread 3/4 cup frosting over. Top with second cake layer.
  10. Spread 3/4 cup frosting over. Top with third cake layer. Chill cake until frosting sets slightly, about 15 minutes.
  11. Spread remaining frosting in swirls over top and sides of cake. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover with cake dome and let stand at room temperature.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories1322kcal
Protein4.16%
Fat52.8%
Carbs43.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.5
Glycemic Load
6.34
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
28.991304418315%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1321.77kcal
66.09%
Fat:78.48g
120.74%
Saturated Fat:39.19g
244.97%
Carbohydrates:143.91g
47.97%
Net Carbohydrates:131.17g
47.7%
Sugar:102.02g
113.35%
Cholesterol:87.04mg
29.01%
Sodium:406.83mg
17.69%
Alcohol:0.14g
100%
Alcohol %:0.06%
100%
Caffeine:128.59mg
42.86%
Protein:13.91g
27.82%
Manganese:2.02mg
101%
Copper:2.01mg
100.41%
Magnesium:278.89mg
69.72%
Iron:11.42mg
63.47%
Phosphorus:542.48mg
54.25%
Fiber:12.74g
50.98%
Selenium:23.43µg
33.48%
Zinc:4.45mg
29.67%
Potassium:1023.66mg
29.25%
Vitamin K:26.06µg
24.82%
Calcium:191.11mg
19.11%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.66%
Vitamin E:2.29mg
15.24%
Vitamin B3:1.94mg
9.7%
Folate:37.21µg
9.3%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.87%
Vitamin B5:0.81mg
8.06%
Vitamin A:402.54IU
8.05%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.47%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.22%
Vitamin D:0.36µg
2.42%
Vitamin C:1.7mg
2.06%
Source:Epicurious