- 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (50g) almond flour (for extra nuttiness)
- ¾ cup (65g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk (or whole milk with 1 teaspoon vinegar)
- ½ cup (120ml) hot coffee (enhances chocolate flavor)
For the Fudge Frosting:
- 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter
- ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- ½ cup chopped almonds (for topping)