Decadent Double Chocolate Bundt Cake
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with this Decadent Double Chocolate Bundt Cake. Using a rich devil's food cake mix paired with instant chocolate pudding, this cake comes out incredibly moist and bursting with deep chocolate flavor. The addition of sour cream ensures each bite is velvety, while chocolate chips provide delightful bursts of sweetness throughout. Perfect for any celebration or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, this cake is sure to become a favorite for chocolate lovers everywhere!
12
Servings
375
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Devil's Food Cake Mix
1 (18 1/4 ounce) package (Room temperature)
Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix
1 (4 ounce) package (Room temperature)
Vegetable Oil
3/4 cup (Measured)
Hot Water
3/4 cup (Hot)
Sour Cream
1 cup (Room temperature)
Eggs
4 (Beaten)
Chocolate Chips
12 ounces (Semi-sweet, room temperature)
Chopped Nuts (optional)
1/2 cup (Measured)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the devil's food cake mix and instant chocolate pudding mix. Stir until well blended.
3
Add the vegetable oil, hot water, and sour cream to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth.
4
In a separate bowl, crack in the eggs and whisk them gently. Add the beaten eggs to the batter and mix until fully incorporated.
5
Fold in the chocolate chips and optional chopped nuts delicately, ensuring even distribution.
6
Grease a bundt pan generously, then pour the nuts into the bottom of the pan. Carefully pour the chocolate cake batter over the nuts.
7
Bake for 1 hour and 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
8
Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
20g
Fat
50g
Carbs
5g
Protein
25g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Decadent Double Chocolate Bundt Cake?
It is a rich and moist chocolate cake made using devil's food cake mix, instant chocolate pudding, and sour cream for a velvety texture.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields 12 servings.
What are the primary ingredients for this cake?
The main ingredients include devil's food cake mix, instant chocolate pudding mix, vegetable oil, hot water, sour cream, eggs, and chocolate chips.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit or 160 degrees Celsius.
How long does the cake take to bake?
The cake requires approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes of baking time.
What size cake mix package is required?
You should use one 18 1/4 ounce package of Devil's Food Cake Mix.
Should I use instant or regular chocolate pudding?
The recipe specifically calls for one 4 ounce package of instant chocolate pudding mix.
Why is sour cream used in this recipe?
Sour cream is used to ensure each bite of the cake is velvety and incredibly moist.
How many eggs are needed for this bundt cake?
The recipe requires 4 eggs.
Should the eggs be beaten before adding to the batter?
Yes, crack the eggs into a separate bowl and whisk them gently before incorporating them into the batter.
What kind of chocolate chips are recommended?
The recipe suggests 12 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Are nuts required for this recipe?
No, the 1/2 cup of chopped nuts is optional.
How do I prepare the bundt pan if using nuts?
Grease the bundt pan generously and then pour the nuts into the bottom of the pan before adding the batter.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 375 calories.
How much fat is in one serving?
There is 20g of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
Each serving contains 50g of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in a slice of this cake?
There is 5g of protein per serving.
How much sugar is in each serving?
Each serving contains 25g of sugar.
How do I know when the cake is finished baking?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How long should the cake cool in the pan?
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack.
What kind of oil should I use?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of vegetable oil.
Should the water be hot or cold when mixing?
The recipe specifically requires 3/4 cup of hot water.
What should be the temperature of the ingredients?
The cake mix, pudding mix, sour cream, and chocolate chips should ideally be at room temperature.
How do I incorporate the chocolate chips?
Fold the chocolate chips into the batter delicately to ensure even distribution.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe suitable for most home bakers.
What makes this cake 'Double Chocolate'?
It uses both a chocolate cake mix with chocolate pudding and semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Can I add the eggs directly to the main mixing bowl?
It is recommended to beat them in a separate bowl first to ensure they incorporate fully.
What type of texture can I expect?
The texture is dense, moist, and velvety due to the combination of pudding and sour cream.
Should I use a specific type of bundt pan?
Any standard bundt pan will work as long as it is generously greased.
When should the nuts be added if I choose to use them?
You can fold some into the batter or place them at the bottom of the greased pan before pouring the batter.