November 14, 2023

Hot Chocolate Fudge Cake

Among winter desserts, this Hot Chocolate Fudge Cake stands as a personal favourite. It has a warm chocolatey richness, fudgy texture, and a generous coating of a luscious chocolate sauce. Not only is it simple to prepare, but it also requires just £5 in ingredients. It’s an ideal, cozy treat for the winter, perfect for sharing with loved ones.

Ingredients Needed

100g softened unsalted butter (£1.07)
3/4 cup caster sugar (£0.29)
2 eggs (£0.50)
1.5-2 cups flour (£0.37)
2-3 tbsp cocoa powder (£0.38)
1 cup of milk (some extra milk to thin out the batter if needed) (£0.30)
1 splash of vanilla extract
1 tsp baking powder
pinch of salt

Toppings

1/2 cup brown sugar (£0.29)
4 Tablespoons cocoa (£0.50)
50g chocolate chips (optional) (£0.45)
1 1/4 cups hot water

total

=£4.15/£0.69 per serving (serves 5-6)

How to Store Hot Chocolate Fudge Cake?

Hot Chocolate Fudge Cake lasts for about 3-4 days so it’s important to store it in an airtight container. I prefer to wrap the cake in parchment paper once the cake dries before placing it into an airtight container to retain its freshness.

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How to make Hot Chocolate Fudge Cake?

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 10-inch square pan.
In a large bowl, use a whisk or an electric mixer to cream the butter for 3-4 minutes or until it becomes fluffy. Then, add the caster sugar and continue mixing for another 3-4 minutes until it’s fluffy as well.
Add the eggs to the bowl and whisk until they are well combined. Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Sift the plain flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder into the wet batter. Then, use a spatula or wooden spoon to gently fold in the flour until everything is well combined.
Gradually pour in the milk in stages, stirring to achieve a smooth, lump-free consistency. The batter should be smooth, fluffy, and of a medium thickness.
Pour the batter into the prepared square pan and set it aside.
In a separate bowl, combine the sugar and cocoa powder, ensuring a thorough mix, and set it aside. Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the batter in the pan, and then sprinkle the sugar and cocoa powder mixture on top.
Meanwhile, boil water in a kettle, and once it’s boiled, carefully pour the hot water around the sides of the cake until it is fully covered.
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the centre is almost fully cooked. Allow it to cool for 15-20 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

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Hot Chocolate Fudge Cake

Among winter desserts, this Hot Chocolate Fudge Cake stands as a personal favourite. It has a warm chocolatey richness, fudgy texture, and a generous coating of a luscious chocolate sauce. Not only is it simple to prepare, but it also requires just £5 in ingredients. It's an ideal, cozy treat for the winter, perfect for sharing with loved ones.

Course Dessert

Cuisine Western

Keyword budget recipes, cake recipes, chocolate fudge cake, desserts under £5, easy dessert recipes, easy desserts, family winter recipes, hot chocolate fudge cake, meals on a budget, winter desserts

Prep Time 15

Servings 6 servings

Author Laura-Ellen

Cost £4.15

Ingredients

For the cake

100 g softened unsalted butter
¾ cups caster sugar
2 eggs
1½-2 cups plain flour
2-3 tbsp cocoa powder
1 cup of milk (some extra milk to thin out the batter if needed)
1 splash of vanilla extract
1 tsp baking powder
1 pinch of salt

Toppings

½ cup brown sugar
4 tbs tablespoons cocoa
50 g chocolate chips (optional)
1¼ cups hot water

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 10-inch square pan.
In a large bowl, use a whisk or an electric mixer to cream the butter for 3-4 minutes or until it becomes fluffy. Then, add the caster sugar and continue mixing for another 3-4 minutes until it's fluffy as well.
Add the eggs to the bowl and whisk until they are well combined. Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Sift the plain flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder into the wet batter. Then, use a spatula or wooden spoon to gently fold in the flour until everything is well combined.
Gradually pour in the milk in stages, stirring to achieve a smooth, lump-free consistency. The batter should be smooth, fluffy, and of a medium thickness
Pour the batter into the prepared square pan and set it aside.
In a separate bowl, combine the sugar and cocoa powder, ensuring a thorough mix, and set it aside. Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the batter in the pan, and then sprinkle the sugar and cocoa powder mixture on top.
Meanwhile, boil water in a kettle, and once it's boiled, carefully pour the hot water around the sides of the cake until it is fully covered.
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the centre is almost fully cooked. Allow it to cool for 15-20 minutes before serving. Enjoy