Forktionary

Fudge Cake Johnny Cash's Mother's Recipe Recipe

A taste of history! This decadent fudge cake recipe comes straight from the cookbook "Favorite Recipes from Mama Cash's Kitchen." A family heirloom passed down through generations, this recipe was shared with us by a relative of the Man in Black himself, Johnny Cash. Get ready to bake a slice of Americana—rich, moist, and intensely chocolatey, this cake is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any day you crave a truly unforgettable dessert!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 3626.5 kcal
Protein 93g
Rating 1.3 (3 Reviews)
Fudge Cake Johnny Cash's Mother's Recipe 15

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fudge Cake Johnny Cash's Mother's Recipe

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Fudge Cake Johnny Cash's Mother's Recipe? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Fudge Cake Johnny Cash's Mother's Recipe

  1. In a medium saucepan, melt together 1 cup (2 sticks) margarine, 1 cup water, 1/2 cup shortening, and 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  2. Remove from heat and let the chocolate mixture cool completely.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 cups granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon baking soda.
  4. Once the chocolate mixture is cool, add 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 cup buttermilk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into a greased and floured 9x13 inch baking pan.
  6. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

64 g

Sugar

1631g

Fat

157g

Carbs

203g

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

Celebrity 60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion For 1 Or 2 Healthy Desserts Easy Cakes Chocolate Dietary Low Sodium Comfort Food Low In Something Novelty Taste Mood Sweet Number Of Servings