Chocolate Fudge Cake
Chocolate Fudge Cake is a rich, decadent dessert made with dark chocolate, butter, cocoa powder and eggs. The Thermomix TM7 melts the chocolate and butter gently without burning, then blends the batter evenly for a dense, fudgy crumb. Ideal for birthdays, dinner parties or an indulgent weekend treat, this cake delivers bakery-quality results with minimal effort.
About this recipe
Chocolate Fudge Cake Thermomix TM7 is the ultimate chocolate dessert recipe for anyone who craves a dense, moist cake with an intense cocoa flavour. Searching for easy dessert recipes for your all-in-one kitchen machine often leads to complicated batters and melted chocolate disasters, but this TM7 recipe removes every pain point. The gentle melting function warms the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together until silky, with soft heat control that prevents scorching — the classic bain-marie step eliminated. From there, the machine blends flour, cocoa powder, golden sugar and eggs into a smooth, lump-free batter in the same bowl, so there is far less washing up than with traditional methods. Perfect for birthdays, festive gatherings or a Sunday afternoon treat, this fudge cake pairs beautifully with whipped cream or fresh raspberries. If you want a show-stopping dessert that tastes like it came from a Belgian pâtisserie, this Chocolate Fudge Cake is the recipe to bookmark.
Preparation tips
- Use good-quality dark chocolate with a high cocoa percentage for the deepest flavour; cheaper chocolate often contains less cocoa butter, which can make the fudge cake crumb drier and less glossy after baking.
- Let the melted chocolate and butter mixture cool slightly before adding the eggs in the mixing bowl, otherwise the heat can scramble them; add them gradually while the blades run for an even batter.
- Serve the fudge cake at room temperature rather than straight from the fridge, as the chocolate flavour and fudgy texture are at their best; a dusting of cocoa powder or a spoonful of crème fraîche finishes it nicely.
Recipe variations
- Lactose-free version: replace the unsalted butter with a plant-based baking margarine or coconut oil in equal amounts. The dark chocolate keeps its intensity, and the fudge cake stays moist, making it suitable for lactose-intolerant guests.
- Festive orange version: add finely grated orange zest to the batter and brush the finished fudge cake with a thin layer of warmed orange marmalade for a glossy, seasonal finish — perfect as a Christmas or dinner-party dessert.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Gentle melting - The Thermomix melts dark chocolate and butter into a silky base without scorching or a bain-marie. [Temperature control]. [Precision Control]
- One-bowl batter - The TM7 blends flour, cocoa powder and golden sugar into a lump-free fudge batter in seconds. [Mixing]. [Multi-Function]
- Built-in scale - Weigh the sugar and flour directly into the mixing bowl of the Thermomix for consistent fudge cake results. [Weighing]. [Built-in Scale]
- Whisking power - The Thermomix whisks the eggs with sugar until pale and fluffy, giving the fudge cake its tender crumb. [Whipping]. [Multi-Function]
- Hands-free blending - The TM7 stirs the melted chocolate mixture hands-free while you grease and line the cake tin. [Hands-free]. [Hands-Free]
Ingredients
- butter, unsalted (from cows' milk)
- dark chocolate
- water
- all purpose white flour
- cocoa powder (all types)
- baking powder
- golden brown sugar
- sugar
- egg, large
- crème fraîche, min 30% fat