Cinnamon Fudge Cake is a decadent, chocolate & cinnamon filled cake that comes alive in your mouth and it makes you want more!
I don’t normally pair chocolate and cinnamon together, but in this case it really works. You bake this cake on a 9 x 12 baking sheet, so the cake to frosting ratio is perfect. I tend to like more frosting than cake, so this is the perfect cake for me.
When I bake goodies in my kitchen for my blog I tend to take some of the baked goods to work with me to share with my fellow co-workers. I will be honest with you, after my hubby Mr. B and I had a slice, it was evident that this cake would not be shared with my co-workers.
I will tell you that I microwaved my piece of cake for ab out 20 seconds and it helps to soften the frosting, and it is oh so perfect 🙂
Pour the batter onto a 9 x12 baking sheet.
This is the cake after it comes out of the oven.
Pour the frosting on the warm cake.
Spread the frosting over the cake.
Cinnamon Fudge Cake
Look at the frosting to cake ratio.
You can’t eat just one bite.
Eat two slices!
Two is better than one.
Cinnamon Fudge Cake
Enjoy!
Ingredients
- For the cake:
- ½ cup butter
- ½ cup shortening
- 5 tbsp. cocoa
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups flour
- 2 cups sugar
- ½ cup half & half
- 2 tsp. vinegar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 2 tsp. vanilla
- 1 ½ tsp. cinnamon
- For icing bring to boil:
- ½ cup butter
- 6 tbsp. half & half
- 4 tbsp. cocoa
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp. vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- In a saucepan combine the butter, shortening, cocoa and water and bring to a rapid boil. Remove from heat and let sit for 3 to 5 minutes. Add the mixture to your mixer. On low speed, gradually add the flour mixture and mix until combined.
- Add the vanilla, cinnamon and half & half and mix for 1 minute. Add the eggs one at a time and mix until combined being mindful not to over mix.
- Lightly grease a 9 x 12 baking sheet. Pour the batter in the pan. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- For the icing: combine the butter, half & half, cocoa to a saucepan and bring to a boil, whisking constantly. Whisk in the powdered sugar until well blended. Stir in the vanilla. Spread on the hot cake and spread evenly. It’s important to add the icing while the cake is still warm.
Cindy @ Hun... What's for Dinner? says
I love boiled fudge frosting. This cake looks so yummy! Thanks for sharing at Simple Supper Tuesday.
fromthegardentable says
This looks very interesting (and yummy!) Curious about the chocolate/cinnamon combo too, don’t think I’ve ever tried it! Thanks!
angie says
interesting flavor combination spice and chocolate sounds great
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Britni Newton Vigil says
I love gooey cakes like this and this looks delicious! Thanks for sharing on the weekend re-Treat link party!
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Laura@Baking In Pyjamas says
I love cinnamon, this cake looks divine. Visiting from Reasons to Skip The Season.
Cindy Howell says
Wow, this looks delicious! I’ve never really thought about putting cinnamon and chocolate in the same cake, but I may need to give it a try.
Thank you for sharing at this week’s Super Saturday Afternoon Tea Link-Up!!!
Valerie & Kerry says
OMG!! This IS really good! I’ve never had cinnamon and chocolate together, but this is absolutely amazing!!! TRY IT!!! You won’t be sorry!! 🙂
Kay says
I’m glad you enjoyed the cake!
Cindy Eikenberg says
Hi Kay! This cake sounds delicious and I love the frosting! Thank you so much for sharing at Best of the Weekend – pinned to our party board! Hope you have a happy week!
Miz Helen says
I love your Cinnamon Fudge Cake, it is a classic for sure! Thanks so much for sharing your recipe with Full Plate Thursday and hope you have a great week.
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Miz Helen
domesblissity2013a says
Kay, this looks gorgeous. I could just imagine how lovely it smells baking in your kitchen. Thanks so much for sharing with Thriving on Thursdays at Domesblissity. I’m featuring this one at tomorrow’s party.
Anne xx
Kay says
Anne, Thank you so much for featuring my recipe. This cake is as delicious as it sounds!
DearCreatives (@DearCreatives) says
I’ll be featuring your cake recipe tomorrow! Drop by for your featured button and feel free to share again this week. Can’t wait to try your recipe. Theresa @DearCreatives Have a happy rest of your week!