Decadent Chocolate Whoopie Pie Layer Cake
Indulge in this Decadent Chocolate Whoopie Pie Layer Cake that brings together the classic flavors of whoopie pies in a delightful cake form. Rich with layers of moist devil's food cake nestled between a fluffy and creamy filling, this dessert is perfect for gatherings, birthdays, or just a special treat. Each slice offers a burst of chocolate flavor complemented by a velvety vanilla filling that will please chocolate lovers of all ages. Share this cake with family and friends, and watch it disappear!
20
Servings
N/A
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Devil's food cake mix
1 (18 1/4 ounce) box (dry mix)
Vegetable oil
1/4 cup (liquid)
Eggs
4 (beaten)
Instant chocolate pudding mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box (dry mix)
Milk
1 1/4 cups (liquid)
Crisco (shortening)
1 cup (softened)
Sugar
1 cup (granulated)
Vanilla instant pudding mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box (dry mix)
Milk for filling
1 cup (liquid)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the devil's food cake mix, vegetable oil, beaten eggs, instant chocolate pudding mix, and 1 1/4 cups of milk. Stir until the batter is well blended and smooth.
3
Grease and line two 9x13 inch baking pans with foil or parchment paper to prevent sticking. Divide the cake batter evenly between the two pans.
4
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool; leave one at room temperature and place the other in the freezer for about 30-60 minutes until firm enough to flip.
5
Prepare the creamy filling by placing Crisco, sugar, vanilla instant pudding mix, and milk into a large mixing bowl. Whip on high speed for 5-10 minutes until the filling is light and fluffy.
6
Once the first cake has completely cooled, spread the entire filling evenly over the top of it.
7
Retrieve the second cake from the freezer, and carefully 'flop' it upside down onto the frosted first cake, gently pressing to adhere.
8
Slice and serve your beautiful Decadent Chocolate Whoopie Pie Layer Cake to rave reviews!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Decadent Chocolate Whoopie Pie Layer Cake?
It is a dessert that combines the classic flavors of a whoopie pie into a large layer cake, featuring moist chocolate cake and a fluffy, creamy vanilla filling.
What type of cake mix is used for the base?
The recipe calls for one 18 1/4 ounce box of Devil's food cake mix.
What temperature should I preheat my oven to?
You should preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How many eggs are required for the cake batter?
The recipe requires 4 beaten eggs.
Why is instant chocolate pudding added to the cake batter?
Adding instant chocolate pudding mix helps create a richer flavor and a moister texture in the cake layers.
What size baking pans are needed?
You will need two 9x13 inch baking pans.
How long does the cake need to bake?
The cake layers should bake for approximately 15 minutes.
How do I know when the cake layers are done?
The cakes are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Should I grease the baking pans?
Yes, you should grease the pans and line them with foil or parchment paper to prevent the cake from sticking.
Why must one cake layer be placed in the freezer?
Freezing one layer for 30-60 minutes makes it firm enough to be easily flipped onto the other layer without breaking.
What ingredients are in the creamy filling?
The filling is made from Crisco shortening, sugar, vanilla instant pudding mix, and milk.
How long should I whip the filling?
The filling should be whipped on high speed for 5 to 10 minutes until it is light and fluffy.
What type of shortening is used for the filling?
The recipe specifies using 1 cup of Crisco shortening.
How much milk is used in the filling?
The filling requires 1 cup of milk.
Can I use any flavor of instant pudding for the filling?
The recipe suggests vanilla instant pudding mix to achieve the traditional whoopie pie flavor.
How many servings does this cake provide?
This cake recipe serves approximately 20 people.
How do I assemble the layer cake?
Once cooled, spread the filling over one cake, then flip the frozen second cake upside down onto the frosted first cake.
Is the sugar used in the filling granulated or powdered?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of granulated sugar for the filling.
What is the preparation for the eggs?
The 4 eggs should be beaten before being added to the batter.
How much vegetable oil is used in the cake?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of vegetable oil.
Can I use this cake for a birthday party?
Yes, it is specifically described as perfect for gatherings and birthdays.
What is the texture of the finished cake?
The cake features moist layers of devil's food cake with a velvety and fluffy vanilla filling.
Should the milk for the batter be different from the milk for the filling?
Both components use milk, but the batter requires 1 1/4 cups while the filling requires 1 cup.
Does the cake need to cool before frosting?
Yes, the first cake layer must be completely cooled before spreading the filling over the top.
What is the purpose of the foil or parchment paper?
It is used to line the pans to ensure the cake can be removed easily after baking.
Is the chocolate pudding mix for the batter the same as the vanilla mix for the filling?
They are both instant pudding mixes, but the batter uses chocolate flavor while the filling uses vanilla.
Can I store leftovers of this cake?
Yes, any remaining cake should be stored, ideally in a cool place due to the shortening-based filling.
What is the recommended speed for whipping the filling?
The filling should be whipped on high speed to incorporate enough air for a fluffy texture.
How much pudding mix is in each box?
The recipe refers to 3 1/2 ounce boxes for both the chocolate and vanilla pudding mixes.
Is this recipe suitable for chocolate lovers?
Absolutely, each slice offers a burst of rich chocolate flavor complemented by a sweet filling.