Hi Susan, sorry to find the cake wasn’t the same in high altitude. Debbie... My tummy is rumbling reading your comment! I have made this cake four times. I also did not put all of the batter in the Bundt pan and I'm so glad I dad that because I'm sure it would have overflowed lol. Just remember to check at 40 minutes because had I NOT checked and removed it, another 5 minutes would have burned it! I made this delicious cake today. I used a Ghirardelli brownie mix with chocolate chunks and the cake mix and made a two layer cake with buttercream frosting for my daughter's birthday-it was absolutely delicious- I followed the recipe exactly. Wondering if it turned out OK. It came out perfectly moist and very chocolatey everyone loved it . I definitely will be making this again. I know I want to let the cake cool completely before frosting it but how long do I wait until I can remove the cake from the bundt pan? Want to try this cake but do have a question what size bundt pan. Once that had harden I melted chocolate chips and drizzled it on top of the coconut mixture. Love the cake! So glad you were able to pop a cookie sheet under. This will be my new go-to for any type of gathering. 1- I love moist cakes & fudgy brownies but some of the comments below states this turned out to be dry. Great cake I made one change. Do you think this would make a good layer cake? Add the self raising … I layered half of the batter in the bottom of the bundt, put a layer of cream cheese filling (recipe I found on Pinterest) then put the rest of the batter on top. Here are a couple more lovely classic Birthday Cake recipes we can recommend, and so popular too! Hi Natasha, yes! ? Thanks for the recipe! This was very easy and delicious. This is so easy and really god. Do this for all your cakes (unless it is a chiffon or Angel food cake.. those are different). Oh gosh! And if you're baking for just one or two people, why not cut the cake into slices and wrap individually and freeze. I place both mixes in the bowl and mix them together then add eggs, water and oil using a hand whisk mixing for 2 minutes and pour into a prepared pan and bake for 55mins. Hi Stephanie, yes of course. Happy belated birthday to your husband too. So long as the ingredients are all combined. Lightly grease a 9" x 13" pan. I’m wondering if this cake can be made in a 13x9 pan and if I should double recipe but how long would you say to cook if for? Knowing that you should beat/mix the cake batter, I gambled and gently beat the ingredients with a mixer on medium speed for 2 1/2 minutes. I'm going to put just a little twist of my own into the mix. I made this exactly as written. It fell slightly but still looks great. Yes I did - I made a traditional birthday cake 2 layer 9 inch round with vanilla buttercream frosting I broke up bits of chocolate to decorate the cake on top. Made it for a college Bible study and it was gone before I knew it. Thanks. I had a very SMALL piece and I was hooked. Thanks! Have you ever baked a cake? May you always be blessed. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I'm glad you chose Nanny's cake for such a special occasion and it is indeed very easy to do. Is there anything I need to change in the recipe to accommodate the altitude? I went to two different grocery stores today to get the box mixes. Both times I've it, it's overflowed in a normal bundt pan. Not being a baker it was a relief because this cake is sooo easy and sooo good. I've made this multiple times and it is absolutely delicious. I used a different homemade chocolate icing instead of using the store brought kind in the plastic can. I don't have a bundt pan. Thanks for this recipe! So easy and I plan on making it again tomorrow! I added additional sweets for decoration and a chocolate butter filling. Moistest cake ever! Thanks for the amazingly simple and delicious recipe. Thanks so much for this recipe. Combine first five ingredients in a large bowl and whisk for 2 minutes or until lumps are mostly gone. This is my go to chocolate cake. I've used by hand and also a mixer and both have come out well. The use of coconut oil is very helpful as I'm sure there will be others who might just be thinking if they could use that ingredient! Then the cake must be completely cool before frosting, simply because otherwise, the frosting will melt on the warm cake. I made this cake tonight in the specified bundt pan and my pan runneth over. I've made this before and it is always a hit. So Fudgy eaten warm! Thanks! We've also found this lovely Kitchenaid mixer, it's great for making cakes, cookies, bread dough.. so many things! Made it just like the recipe listed, except added some mini chocolate chips to the batter - delicious! And the easiest Christmas dessert I've ever made. Delicious!! Please clarify! I would include a photo but I do not see how. I make this so often. Enjoy! Has anyone tried making this cake in a 13 X 9 pan? 3. I don't have a Bundt or tube pan so I have mine in the oven in a springform and was hoping it would work out. This cake turned out great! It sounds delicious what you plan to do! ***NOTE: Pour enough cake batter to fill the pan ⅔rds the way up. This was absolutely delicious! Hi Patty, You can use whatever you find easiest. I have made it numerous times and it turns out perfectly. It fills the whole bundt pan. The only deviation from the recipe is that I wanted to serve it warm, so didn't frost it until right before serving. Instead of the chocolate icing, I make a homemade caramel icing and drizzle over. I’m not sure if I need to beat, like most cakes or just stir with a wooden spoon, like brownies. How long do I cool it before I invert it to a plate. Start checking at 45 mins. After reading some of the remarks I was surprised mine did not over flow or under bake. Cake in the oven now. It took 55 minutes to bake. I always bring home an empty plate! I got 30. Am making two more today! If you try it please do let us know! However, these times are only estimates, so please do keep an eye on the bake and check for done-ness. Thanks so much for this awesome chocolaty cake. I also use a extra egg, throw in a handful of chocolate chips and a tsp of vanilla extract. Took out of oven and let set 10 min. Hope that helps and happy birthday to your son! This brownie cake can be made with butter or coconut oil for a dairy-free version. (Usually, the back or the floor, seats are too curved) When you arrive at the event you simply carry in the springform pan then remove the outer edge! Thanks for your feedback, and that is fabulous you now have 2 desserts!! It was for her bday so I chose a different frosting and was highly disappointed. Hi Helen! The quantity in the recipe will need to be halved as I think it will be way too much for a bundt cake. I also did a caramel toping. You Nanny's bundt look awesome!!! If you haven't got one, we can recommend this. We loved it without any frosting. Hope that helps! I'm looking forward to trying thus for Christmas, but I'm not a fan of canned icing. You say everything I think when I read some of the comments. I suggest you check the cook time after around 12 - 15 minutes or so for done-ness. Lots of compliments. It was so moist and probably important to follow the recipe to get that. My Family loves it. Made the cake too moist. It's perfect for parties, potlucks, Christmas and Thanksgiving time, Easter.. in fact, any time! Thanks so much for taking the time to write in and let us know how you got on Diane. He whips up more baked goods than me. Hi Diane, it's always the case when you are looking for something and they're out of stock! It sounds really good . I don't have a bundt or tube pan. Sorry I can't be much help on this, but I'd rather not guess in case I give the wrong advice! 2 or 3 layers? I cooled it in refrigerator and to my surprise when I turned it upside down to remove the pan...the coconut/pecan mixture had NOT stayed in the middle but had SUNK to the bottom of the pan which now was the TOP of the cake since it was removed from the pan. I just made this cake for MY birthday!!! 🙂 This tried and true recipe uses cocoa powder (instead of melted chocolate) to make double fudge cocoa brownies that are slightly chewy and fudgy at the edges of the pan, while the middle pieces are super fudgy.. Fudgy chocolate brownies … It was too dry. How did you make the chocolate creme filling, I would love to try it. Any suggestions to add some moisture? Made this cake today it’s currently cooling on my counter. is this recipe not supposed to mixed with a mixer, Hi AnneMarie, you can use a mixer if you wish or just good old fashioned elbow grease! Whichever way you decide to make this, please enjoy! If too dry try s bit less wayer and a bit more oil. I can’t imagine what went wrong, unless my oven is not working correctly. It's not real clear. I baked it at 350 degrees and it was done at 45 mins. If you'd like to get a baking tester, this is where we got ours from. Made this as directed came overflowed now I have an oven to clean. Lovely! Im being sent back to the store for the chocolate cake mix...I have everything else...my husband is a chocoholic. I hope this helps! I'm going to make it for Bible Study in a couple of weeks but would love to give it a Christmas touch? This is now my new favorite chocolate cake. My 18 year old son is the baker /cook in our house. As you know, every oven is different and it is hard to give precise cook times unless we have already had someone let us know. 1 lb confectioners sugar beating with mixer to desired consistency and pour over cake. I made the chocolate cake and substituted orange juice for the water and added 1 tsp orange zest. I don;t think you will need to change the brownie mix for next time, but perhaps just take it out of the oven 5-10 minutes earlier (as you know, all ovens can be so different!) Fudge Brownie Cake. Yi added some maraschino cherries . If you are looking for a from-scratch Chocolate Cake I recommend this one. The only thing will be the cook times. We've only ever made the recipe with the ingredients listed. Love this easy and delicious cake. out of the oven onto a cooling rack and then transfer to a serving plate. A great trick for that is a yoga mat right under the box. Hi Judith, the pecans sounds really nice. I have different sizes and it doesn’t mention it here. Has anyone tried making this cake in a 13 X 9 pan or is it too dense? Bake in the preheated oven until a cake layer forms on top and springs back … It looked like a topping that was MEANT to be on top! My husband and boys devoured it. I do not have words to tell you how DELICIOUS this is. There does seem to be some mixed feedback on the overflowing. Today I am making one to take to a family that is sick. Your email address will not be published. A simple, dense and moist chocolate brownie cake that can be done all in one bowl. Thanks so much for sharing this recipe! It was about 1 1/2 - 2 inches higher than the bundt pan but NEVER overflowed! I had a Nanny too and she loved a good cake, she would have loved this one. I had this problem with a cake overflowing and this was the reason why. Crazy mom of two babies. Hi Shellie, do you have the recipe for the fudge sauce for Dawn below? Have a lovely week ahead. I have made this cake twice! Do I use it, or just toss it? Thanks! Just Desserts Delicious Desserts Yummy Food Sweet Recipes Cake … Thank You so much for sharing your recipe, please continue to send me more. I tried to keep it in the middle so that it would be a surprise filling inside each cut piece. You most definitely have to mix the ingredients. I just did what I thought would work and it did. Baking & Spices. Salted caramel frosting has been a favorite in our family. A really good cake. I have madecthis several times, i use no water 1/2 cup of oil, and a dry dark chocolate instant pudding mix. It was delicious! It smells DELICIOUS!!!! Thanks! Fabulous Kristina! It will be perfect either way! It is much appreciated! Thanks! I plan to server vanilla bean ice cream with it. This sounds lovely. Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350 degrees. The tube pan is absolutely fine! Hi Ashlee, I would freeze it whole. Apr 23, 2017 - This fudge brownie cake will take care of anyone's chocolate craving. NOTE: Brownies will continue baking and set in the hot pan out of the oven. Never dry and doesn't overflow. I just made this with the Pan suggested and it came out beautifully. If you are able, bring along a “repair kit”. Could u pla tell me the size of bundt pan used, https://iambaker.net/chocolate-brownie-cupcakes/, This recipe is a big hit at work. Adults as well as the kiddos! I love the idea!!! She loved it! I couldn’t find that brownie mix but it was great with dark chocolate brownie mix! Of course, they all loved it! I would adjust, if that is what you normally do with cakes, or perhaps someone here might be able to help and add a comment too. Have you tried it with the cherry pie filling yet? This is definitely one of my favorite chocolate cakes. Black Forest is also one of my favorites! Let us know in the comments below. Melt the chocolate and butter together in a sauce pan over a low heat. This cake is very good, I added pecans and sprinkled sugar sprinkles on the top for that little extra of YUMMY!!!! I used the fudge packet and it turned out delicious!! That should do the trick! I haven't tasted it, as I'm taking it to an event.. it's beautiful, though. Everything sounds so wonderful! Hi Sue, as a general rule, after baking, leave the cake for about 5 - 10 minutes in the pan. I never liked chocolate cake because I had never had one that wasn't dry. Thanks very much for writing in and hope you finally get to try the cake. I hate the thought of wasting the lovely cake on a cookie sheet! Nanny's Chocolate Fudge cake was delicious. Dried cherries would work . Thanks Nanny! Then just stir until it's smooth and creamy and pour over your cooled cake. This has worked brilliantly more times than I can count. Hi Jenn! I made this cake and it is absolutely wonderful. Thanks in advance for any help. Unless you have to mix them? Currently pregnant and craving some chocolate. Nice holiday gifts. Sounds great?! My cake came out kind of dry as well. Hi Sandra, It is very easy to do, if you scroll to the end of the recipe, (after the last photo) you will see the recipe in print format with a print button at the top of the recipe card. This will be my forever chocolate brownie cake dessert. Please let us know how it turns out, and I'd love a friend like you to bake cakes for my birthday too! I do have a question: have you used Pillsbury sugar free cake mix and the sugar free brownie mix? you didn't follow the recipe exactly if you used milk instead of water. 1/4 tsp salt and 1 tsp vanilla were also added. This looks so good and really easy to make but I was wondering if it could be made in a reg cake pan? I had no problem with spill over or the cake falling. Quick note: Cakes travel best in a cool environment, so bundle up extra if it’s a long car ride. This cake isn't as dense as brownies, but we have a couple of great recipes which may be more what you're looking for. Here's Nanny's chocolate fudge cake made by one of our readers, made this for her son's 14th birthday, like a UFO Spaceship. Homemade whipped cream frosting. This is our most popular brownie recipe (it really is very good!) ), You're very welcome Giselle and happy baking! A real chocolate lover's delight. than the recipe. I have used this recipe several times and it is great! ***NOTE: Pour enough cake batter to fill the pan ⅔rds the way up. Not happy with this recipe! I will use maraschino cherries next time. No directions for mixing! She never backed down from controversy and I love that about her! I will make this again but use a different brownie mix next time. When I came across this recipe of Granny’s I knew I had to make it. Baked for the same amount of time. i just baked this cake..... it took 5 minutes to get it all together. I added chopped pecans to mine! https://lovefoodies.com/caris-oatmeal-cake-and-caramel-icing/, https://lovefoodies.com/oh-so-good-brownies.html, https://lovefoodies.com/chocolate-caramel-fudge-sheet-cake.html, https://lovefoodies.com/celebration-banana-cake.html. May try the milk chocolate or Carmel drizzle next rime. Follow the recipe, but i got a lot of the mix on the botton of my oven . I can't wait to make this.it looks amazing. Keep in mind that your oven may be off, you over mixed, left something out, you over baked, your pan color(light,dark) etc. Bring 1 stick of butter, 3 tbsp cocoa and 3 tbsp milk to boil in a saucepan, remove from heat. We'd love for you to send in a photo if you have time so we can see. Hi thanks for the recipe. I made it exactly as you directed except i added some chopped pecans. This turned out so lovely!! Nana's chocolate cake is DELICIOUS!! This is perfect for when you don't want a plain cake-mix cake but don't want to make one from scratch. Hi Tonya, we haven't had any feedback of anyone trying it as a layered cake, but I don't see why not. Followed recipe and turned out great!! I added a cream cheese filling! Everyone said it was so moist and yummy. Whisk the chocolate and cream until shiny and smooth, about 1 minute. Gosh that sounds absolutely wonderful Penelope and together with the chocolate mousse... oh boy! It was FABULOUS! I used a 1 cup of vegetable oil and 1/4 cup melted butter. I made this cake in tube pan (not bundt) and had no spillage. 🙂. Of course, there is always the option of a cake carrier. Hi! This cake is absolutely delicious! Hi Kate, That sounds like a potential messy mess! Half a cup of heavy cream heated in the microwave just before it boils take out and add a half a cup of semi sweet chocolate chips, let set for 5 minutes. I'm making this cake tonight for the second time in 5 days! LOVE this cake! 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