Chocolate Dump Cake Recipe
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4.6
Chocolate Dump Cake Recipe
Description
The Chocolate Dump Cake recipe begins by layering dry chocolate cake mix and instant pudding mix evenly in a greased 9x13 baking pan. Melted unsalted butter and milk are poured over and lightly whisked to combine, allowing the dry ingredients to moisten evenly. Optional mix-ins such as chocolate chips, nuts, or marshmallows are sprinkled on top for added texture and flavor variety.
Baking at 350°F for 40 to 45 minutes produces a tender cake with a slightly gooey texture where pudding mix creates moist pockets. The cake is done when it springs back to touch or a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cooling slightly before serving helps set the cake.
This dessert can be customized by changing mix-ins or cake mix types, like red velvet or German chocolate, to suit varied tastes. Toppings like chocolate sauce or ice cream pair well, or the cake can be cooled fully and frosted.
Limiting mix-ins to about 2 cups avoids overwhelming the texture, balancing moist cake and added ingredients. Careful timing ensures the cake remains moist without overbaking.
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 box chocolate pudding mix 5.1 ounces, instant
- ½ cup butter melted, unsalted
- 2 ½ cups milk
- 1-2 cups mix-ins like chocolate chips, M&Ms, nuts, or marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9x13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Sprinkle the dry cake mix and chocolate pudding mixture evenly in the bottom of the pan.
- Melt the butter. Then add the butter and milk to the pan and lightly mix with a whisk.
- Top the cake with your chosen mix-ins.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes. Allow it to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Limit mix-ins to 2 cups maximum to maintain the cake’s texture and prevent it from becoming too dense.
- The cake is done when the center springs back when pressed or a toothpick inserted comes out clean to avoid overbaking.
- Top with chocolate sauce or a scoop of ice cream for serving, or allow to cool completely and add frosting if desired.
- Variations include using different cake mixes such as German chocolate, red velvet, or devil’s food cake for different flavors.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 15Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 298 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 298kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 392mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 215mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 26g | 52% |
| Vitamin A | 256IU | 5% |
| Calcium | 105mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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