Death By Chocolate Cake
Death by Chocolate Cake is a rich, decadent dessert known for its intense chocolate flavor. It typically features multiple layers of moist chocolate cake, filled and frosted with chocolate ganache or buttercream, and often topped with chocolate shavings or glaze. This indulgent treat is a favorite for chocoholics and special occasions due to its luxurious taste.
Equipment
- Two 9-inch round cake pans
- Mixing bowls (one large, one medium)
- Hand or stand mixer
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Sifter or fine mesh sieve
- Wire cooling rack
- Offset spatula or butter knife for frosting
- Cake stand or large plate
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 box Devil’s Food cake mix
- 1 box 3.9 oz instant chocolate pudding mix
- 5 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup sour cream or buttermilk your choice
- ¾ cup brewed coffee cooled to room temperature
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Nestlé Toll House or similar
For the Chocolate Frosting:
- 2 cups unsalted butter 4 sticks, extremely soft at room temp
- 4½ cups confectioners’ sugar sifted
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder sifted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 tbsp heavy cream adjust if needed for consistency
- 2 tbsp hot fudge sauce optional but highly recommended for richness
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inches round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy release.
- In a large bowl, combine Devil’s Food cake mix, chocolate pudding mix, eggs, vanilla, oil, sour cream (or buttermilk), and cooled coffee. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes, until the batter is smooth and thick.
- Fold in chocolate chips by hand with a spatula until evenly distributed.
- Divide the batter between the pans and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, and then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat very soft butter until creamy. Gradually mix in sifted cocoa powder and powdered sugar. Add vanilla, a pinch of salt, heavy cream, and hot fudge sauce. Beat on high until fluffy. Add more cream if needed for a spreadable consistency.
- To assemble, level the cake layers if needed. Frost the first layer, add the second, then cover the top and sides. Decorate with ganache, chocolate chips, or shavings if desired. Enjoy! This cake is rich, moist, and loaded with chocolate goodness.
Notes
Nutrition Facts Of Death By Chocolate Cake
| Nutrition | Amounts |
|---|---|
| Calories | 680 |
| Fat | 42g |
| Saturated Fat | 24g |
| Cholesterol | 125mg |
| Sodium | 430mg |
| Carbohydrates | 72g |
| Sugars | 54g |
| Protein | 6g |