Ultimate Chocolate Indulgence Cake
Indulge yourself with this decadent Ultimate Chocolate Indulgence Cake, a rich and moist dessert that promises to satisfy the most intense chocolate cravings. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or any special occasion, this cake is layered with chocolate flavor and lusciousness. Topped with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of chocolate ganache, it becomes the showstopper for any dessert table. Serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra touch of indulgence. Share it with friends and family, and prepare to be bombarded with requests for the recipe!
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Servings
250
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
eggs
4 (Beaten)
oil
1/2 cup (Vegetable or canola oil)
water
1/2 cup (Warm)
sour cream
8 ounces (Room temperature)
chocolate cake mix
1 (18 ounce) box (Dry)
instant chocolate pudding mix
1 (3.5 ounce) box (Dry)
milk chocolate chips
12 ounces (Semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt pan thoroughly with cooking spray or butter.
2
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, water, oil, and sour cream until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
3
Slowly add in the chocolate cake mix and the instant chocolate pudding mix, stirring until the batter is free of lumps and homogenous.
4
Gently fold in the milk chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
5
Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top if necessary.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7
Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
8
Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate ganache for an elegant finish.
Nutrition Information
13
Fat
34
Carbs
3.5
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ultimate Chocolate Indulgence Cake?
It is a rich and moist chocolate dessert layered with flavor, perfect for special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
What type of baking pan is required?
This recipe requires a bundt pan.
How should I prepare the bundt pan?
Grease the pan thoroughly with cooking spray or butter before adding the batter.
What wet ingredients are needed for this cake?
The wet ingredients include 4 beaten eggs, 1/2 cup of oil, 1/2 cup of warm water, and 8 ounces of room temperature sour cream.
What type of oil is best for this recipe?
Vegetable or canola oil are the recommended choices.
How many eggs are used in the batter?
The recipe calls for 4 eggs, which should be beaten before mixing.
What size is the chocolate cake mix box?
You should use one 18-ounce box of dry chocolate cake mix.
What kind of pudding mix is used?
One 3.5-ounce box of dry instant chocolate pudding mix is required.
Are chocolate chips included in the cake?
Yes, 12 ounces of milk chocolate chips (either semi-sweet or milk) are folded into the batter.
What is the first step in mixing the ingredients?
The first step is to beat together the eggs, water, oil, and sour cream until smooth.
When should I add the cake and pudding mixes?
Slowly add the dry mixes after the wet ingredients are well combined, stirring until the batter is free of lumps.
How should the chocolate chips be incorporated?
Gently fold the chocolate chips into the batter to ensure they are evenly distributed.
How long does the cake need to bake?
Bake the cake for 50 to 60 minutes.
How do I test if the cake is finished baking?
Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, the cake is done.
How long should the cake cool in the pan?
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before inverting it.
What should I do after removing the cake from the pan?
Invert the cake onto a wire rack to allow it to cool completely.
What are some ways to finish or decorate the cake?
You can dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar or drizzle it with a chocolate ganache.
What can I serve with the Ultimate Chocolate Indulgence Cake?
It is excellent served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 250 calories.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 13 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content?
One serving contains 34 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein does the cake have?
The cake provides 3.5 grams of protein per serving.
How many total ingredients are used?
The recipe uses 7 primary ingredients: eggs, oil, water, sour cream, cake mix, pudding mix, and chocolate chips.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy chocolate dessert and simple baking project.
Is the sour cream used at room temperature?
Yes, for best results, the sour cream should be at room temperature.
Can I use semi-sweet chocolate chips?
Yes, the recipe suggests either semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips.
What makes this cake decadent?
The combination of sour cream, instant pudding, and a full bag of chocolate chips makes it incredibly rich and moist.
Is this cake suitable for large celebrations?
Yes, its size and indulgence factor make it a showstopper for dessert tables at any celebration.
Should the water be warm when adding it to the mix?
Yes, the recipe specifies using warm water for the wet ingredient mixture.