Description
This Cold Chocolate Fudge Cake is a rich, no-bake dessert featuring a crunchy chocolate cookie crust topped with a velvety chocolate fudge layer and finished with fluffy whipped cream. Perfectly chilled to set, this cake offers decadent chocolate flavor with minimal effort, making it an ideal treat for chocolate lovers and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 2 cups crushed chocolate cookies (e.g., Oreos)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Fudge Layer
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- Optional: chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a bowl, combine the crushed chocolate cookies and melted butter. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand, ensuring the butter is evenly distributed throughout the cookie crumbs.
- Form the Base: Press the cookie and butter mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create a compact crust layer that will hold together once chilled.
- Make the Fudge: In a saucepan over low heat, combine the sweetened condensed milk and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Stir constantly to prevent burning, until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Add Flavor: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the chocolate flavor.
- Cool the Fudge Layer: Let the fudge mixture cool slightly so it thickens enough to pour but is not hot enough to melt the crust or whipped cream.
- Assemble the Cake: Pour the cooled fudge mixture evenly over the prepared cookie crust in the springform pan.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate chilled bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form, indicating it is firm enough to hold its shape.
- Top the Cake: Spread the whipped cream evenly over the chocolate fudge layer, creating a smooth, fluffy topping.
- Chill to Set: Cover the pan and refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the fudge and cream layers to fully set.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, optionally garnish the cake with chocolate shavings or dust with cocoa powder for an elegant finish.
Notes
- This dessert requires refrigeration to set; do not skip chilling time.
- You can substitute the cookie crust with graham crackers or any chocolate biscuits of your choice.
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream and dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water to slice the cake cleanly.
