Are you prepared to set sail on a chocolate lover’s dream adventure? In this delightful chocolate dump cake recipe, I’m about to uncover a world of irresistibly rich, gooey, and utterly indulgent dessert magic.
With just a few ingredients and steps, you’ll create a heavenly date dessert that’s as easy to make as possible. I know the recipe’s name is the most delicious, but the cake is impossible to resist. The best part? Just toss all the chocolate cake ingredients into the baking dish and let the oven work magic.
Ingredients For Choco Dump Cake
- One package of chocolate cake mix
- One package of dry pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups of whole milk
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
- 12 ounces of chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees (175°C) and generously grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Combine the chocolate cake and dry pudding mix in the prepared baking dish.
- Drizzle the whole milk evenly over the dry ingredients in the dish. Use a spoon to mix everything until well combined.
- Sprinkle the sweet chocolate chips evenly over the batter.
- Distribute small pieces of cold butter evenly over the top of the chocolate chips.
- Transfer the baking dish to the oven and bake the chocolate dump cake for 35 to 40 minutes.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
- To serve, slice the chocolate dump cake.
Note: Enjoy the chocolate dump cake with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, and a drizzle of hot fudge or caramel sauce.
Chocolate Dump Cake Variations To Explore
Here’s where you can let your creativity shine with these fantastic chocolate dump cake variations:
- Explore Different Cake Mix Flavors: While chocolate cake mix is a natural choice, don’t hesitate to experiment with other flavors like red velvet or spiced cake mix for a unique twist.
- Experiment with Toppings: Elevate your dump cake with toffee chips, peanut butter chips, Cinnamon chips, or some crunchy nuts like pecans, almonds, or walnuts. For an extra dose of indulgence, drizzle some caramel sauce on top.
- Diverse Chocolate Chip Choices: Beyond semi-sweet chocolate chips, you can introduce other varieties such as milk, dark, or white chocolate chips for an extra layer of chocolatey delight.
- Fruit Layer: For a fruity twist, consider spreading a layer of pie filling over the chocolate cake before baking. Cherry pie filling, in particular, pairs wonderfully with this cake.
- Peanut Butter Delight: If you’re a classic peanut butter and chocolate combination fan, peanut butter chips can be an exquisite addition to your chocolate dump cake.
How To Store Your Chocolate Dump Cake
Whether you’ve got some delightful leftovers or have baked this heavenly cake for later enjoyment, here’s the best way to store your chocolate dump cake using just a few kitchen gadgets:
If you have a whole cake on your hands, ensure it cools completely. Once cooled, carefully wrap the dish in plastic and foil, then find a cozy spot in your refrigerator. It’ll stay fresh and delectable for 4-5 days.
Now, if you’ve got some delicious remnants, consider slicing them into individual portions. These can be snugly wrapped in plastic or stashed in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for 4-5 days.
Making Chocolate Dump Cake Ahead Of Time
Here’s a handy strategy if you plan to prepare your chocolate dump cake in advance.
- Get all your ingredients ready
- And then store them in the fridge until you’re ready to whip up the cake.
- Alternatively, you can go ahead and prepare and bake the cake following the recipe instructions.
- Once it’s done baking, let it cool completely.
- Once it’s reached that delightful chill, cover the pan with foil or snug plastic wrap and pop it in the fridge.
- It’ll be ready and waiting whenever you’re ready to serve.
However, remember that this recipe is wonderfully quick to prepare, so you can whip it up fresh whenever needed.
Wrapping Up
Preparing a chocolate dump cake is a straightforward and quickest way to satisfy your dessert cravings. You can create a delightful dessert to impress your family and friends with just a few simple steps.
Whether you enjoy it warm or cold, with ice cream or without, this chocolate dump cake recipe will surely become a favorite and easy-to-make dessert. So, roll up your sleeves and treat yourself to a slice of chocolatey heaven!
