🍫 Death by Chocolate Cake – A Deeply Rich, Fudgy Delight
Dive headfirst into the ultimate chocolate indulgence with this ultra-moist, intensely fudgy Death by Chocolate Cake. A heavenly blend of devil’s food cake, creamy pudding richness, and a glossy chocolate ganache topping makes this a dream come true for chocoholics everywhere.
đź›’ Ingredients
Ingredient Quantity
Devil’s Food Cake Mix 1 box
Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix 1 box (3.9 oz)
Eggs 5
Vanilla Extract 1 teaspoon
Vegetable Oil Âľ cup
Sour Cream or Buttermilk 1 cup
Coffee (cooled) Âľ cup
Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips 2 cups
👩‍🍳 Instructions
1. Bake the Cake
In a large bowl, whisk together the cake mix and pudding mix.
In a separate bowl, mix the eggs, vanilla, oil, sour cream (or buttermilk), and coffee until well blended.
Slowly combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients, stirring just until smooth.
Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into a greased and floured 9Ă—13-inch pan.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool completely before adding the frosting.
2. Make the Ganache Frosting
In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter.
Stir in the cocoa powder, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk.
Add chopped walnuts if desired.
Bring to a gentle simmer, whisking constantly until smooth and shiny.
Let it cool for a few minutes, then spread evenly over the cooled cake.
3. Serve & Enjoy
Serve at room temperature or slightly warmed.
Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an even more indulgent treat.
đź’ˇ Tips
Substitute the coffee with hot water if preferred—but coffee deepens the chocolate flavor without tasting like coffee!
Don’t skip the cooling time before frosting—it helps the ganache set beautifully.
Store leftovers covered at room temperature or in the fridge for up to 3 days.
This cake isn’t just dessert—it’s an experience. One rich, gooey bite and you’ll understand why it’s called Death by Chocolate.
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