Too Much Chocolate Cake
Too Much Chocolate Cake is an indulgent, rich dessert that satisfies the deepest chocolate cravings. Layered with velvety frosting and dense, fudgy cake, it delivers a decadent chocolate experience in every bite. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this over-the-top cake is a guaranteed treat for those who enjoy extreme sweetness.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking pan (9×13 inch or similar)
- Spatula
- Whisk
- Saucepan (for melting the chocolate)
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
Cake:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 15.25 oz package of devil’s food cake mix store-bought
- 5.9 oz package of chocolate pudding mix store-bought
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- ⅓ cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup sour cream
- ⅓ cup brewed coffee strong and hot
Frosting
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup whole milk or more if needed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chopped into small pieces
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the devil’s food cake mix and chocolate pudding mix. Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Add Wet Ingredients:
- Add eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, sour cream, and brewed coffee to the dry ingredients. Mix until smooth using a hand or stand mixer.
Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting:
- In a medium saucepan, melt the dark chocolate over low heat, stirring constantly. Set aside to cool.
Mix the Frosting:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Add whole milk little by little until you reach a smooth consistency.
Combine Chocolate and Frosting:
- Add the cooled melted dark chocolate to the frosting and beat until fully incorporated.
Frost the Cake:
- Once the cake has cooled, spread a generous layer of frosting over the top, smoothing it out with a spatula.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice the cake into pieces and enjoy the rich, chocolatey goodness!