Mud Cake Recipe: A Rich, Fudgy, and Indulgent Chocolate Delight 🍫✨

Mud Cake is the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers! This rich, dense, and fudgy cake is packed with deep chocolate flavor, a velvety texture, and an irresistibly gooey center. Originating from the American South, this cake is known for its intense chocolatey goodness and slightly crackled top, making it a perfect treat for special occasions or whenever you’re craving something decadent. Pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate ganache for an extra indulgent experience!

Cooking Time ⏳

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
  
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
  
• Total Time: 55 minutes
  
• Servings: 10 slices
  

My Cooking Experience 👩‍🍳

With over 4-5 years of baking experience, I’ve found that the secret to the perfect Mud Cake is using high-quality chocolate and baking it just until set—this ensures a gooey center while keeping the edges slightly firm. Whether you’re making it for a party or a simple family dessert, this recipe never disappoints!

Ingredients 🛒

• 1 cup unsalted butter
  
• 1 ½ cups dark chocolate, chopped
  
• 1 cup granulated sugar
  
• ½ cup brown sugar
  
• 4 large eggs
  
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
  
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
  
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  
• 1 tsp baking powder
  
• ½ tsp salt
  
• ½ cup hot coffee (enhances the chocolate flavor)
  

Instructions 🍽️

1. Melt the Chocolate and Butter 🍫

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper. In a heatproof bowl, melt the butter and dark chocolate together over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth.

2. Mix the Wet Ingredients 🥄

In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Gradually mix in the melted chocolate mixture until well combined.

3. Incorporate the Dry Ingredients 🌾

Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Pour in the hot coffee and stir until smooth. The batter will be thick and glossy.

4. Bake and Cool 🎂

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Variations 🔄

• Triple Chocolate Mud Cake: Add chocolate chips to the batter for extra gooeyness.
  
• Nutty Mud Cake: Fold in chopped walnuts or pecans for a crunchy texture.
  
• Caramel Mud Cake: Swirl caramel sauce into the batter before baking.
  
• Spiced Mud Cake: Add a pinch of cinnamon and cayenne for a Mexican chocolate twist.
  

Equipment You’ll Need 🔪

• Mixing bowls
  
• Whisk
  
• Spatula
  
• 9-inch cake pan
  
• Parchment paper
  
• Cooling rack
  

Why You’ll Love It ❤️

• Ultra-rich and fudgy texture 🍫
  
• Deep, intense chocolate flavor 🌟
  
• Easy to make with simple ingredients 🥄
  
• Perfect for celebrations or chocolate cravings 🎉
  

Nutritional Information 📊

• Calories: ~350 per slice
  
• Protein: 5g
  
• Carbs: 45g
  
• Fat: 18g
  

Storage Tips ❄️

• Refrigeration: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  
• Freezing: Wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months.
  
• Reheating: Microwave for 10-15 seconds for a warm, gooey texture.
  

Conclusion 🏁

If you’re a chocolate lover, Mud Cake is a must-try! With its rich, fudgy texture and deep chocolate flavor, it’s the perfect dessert for any occasion. Serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream or a drizzle of ganache for an extra treat. Try this recipe today and indulge in pure chocolate bliss! 🍫✨

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Mud Cake

Mud Cake is the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers! This rich, dense, and fudgy cake is packed with deep chocolate flavor, a velvety texture, and an irresistibly gooey center. Originating from the American South, this cake is known for its intense chocolatey goodness and slightly crackled top, making it a perfect treat for special occasions or whenever you’re craving something decadent. Pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate ganache for an extra indulgent experience!

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings: 10

Course: Breakfast

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 ½ cups dark chocolate chopped
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup hot coffee enhances the chocolate flavor

Method

 

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper. In a heatproof bowl, melt the butter and dark chocolate together over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Gradually mix in the melted chocolate mixture until well combined.
3. Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Pour in the hot coffee and stir until smooth. The batter will be thick and glossy.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Notes

• Refrigeration: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freezing: Wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months.

Reheating: Microwave for 10-15 seconds for a warm, gooey texture.