Fudge Cake

Fudge Cake is a rich, dense, and moist chocolate cake known for its intensely chocolatey flavor and smooth, fudgy texture. It typically features ingredients like cocoa powder or melted chocolate, butter, sugar, eggs, and flour, often with a glossy chocolate ganache or frosting. This classic dessert is a staple in American baking, celebrated for its indulgent simplicity.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Fudge Cake is high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from sugar, butter, and chocolate, while offering minimal protein. A standard slice can provide around 400-500 calories, along with small amounts of iron and antioxidants from the cocoa.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	460 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	65 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	48 g
Sodium	280 mg
Calcium	60 mg
Iron	3 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Magnesium	30 mg
Phosphorus	80 mg
Vitamin A	100 IU
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)	0.05 mg
Folate	40 µg

Per 1 piece (113 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Fudge Cake is often associated with celebrations and comfort food, embodying a nostalgic, homemade appeal. Nutritionally, its high cocoa content can offer some flavonoids, but it's best enjoyed as an occasional treat due to its calorie density.