How to Make Wellesley Fudge Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to indulgent desserts, few can rival the rich, chocolatey goodness of a fudge cake. And among fudge cake recipes, the Wellesley Fudge Cake stands out as a classic and beloved option. This decadent treat has been enjoyed for generations, and for good reason – its moist, dense texture and deep cocoa flavor make it a true delight for chocolate lovers.

Named after the prestigious Wellesley College in Massachusetts, this fudge cake has a reputation for being a crowd-pleaser a...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup hot water
  • 1 ¾ cups white sugar, divided
  • 4 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • ⅔ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 2 9-inch layers

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round pans.
  • Sift flour, baking soda, and salt together three times.
  • Heat water, 1/2 cup sugar, and chocolate in a small saucepan, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool to lukewarm.
  • While the chocolate mixture is cooling, beat remaining 1 1/4 cup sugar and butter in a mixing bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition. Add 1/2 of the flour mixture and beat until smooth. Add remaining flour mixture in two batches, alternating with milk, beating until smooth after each addition.
  • Mix in cooled chocolate and vanilla until well combined. Pour batter into the prepared pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    311 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 21mg
    • Sodium: 330mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 49g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Calcium: 31mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 124mg