Chocolate Cake Surprise Recipe

Name: Chocolate Cake Surprise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups chopped walnuts; 1 cup flaked coconut; 1 (18.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix; 1 (3.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 4 eggs; 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup butter; 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups chopped walnuts
1 cup flaked coconut
1 (18.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix
1 (3.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
1 cup water
1/2 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 10x15 inch pan. Sprinkle walnuts and coconut evenly over bottom of pan.
2
In a large bowl, stir together cake mix and pudding mix. Make a well in the center and pour in water, oil, and eggs. Beat on low speed until blended. Scrape bowl, and beat 4 minutes on medium speed. Pour batter into prepared pan. Set aside.
3
In a saucepan, combine cream cheese and butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until melted and smooth. Stir in confectioners' sugar. Pour cream cheese mixture in rows (lengthwise) over the top of cake mix. Using the tip of a knife, swirl the batter to create a marbled effect.
4
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.

1679

kcal

Calories

143

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups chopped walnuts, 1 cup flaked coconut, 1 (18.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix, 1 (3.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Cake Surprise falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Chocolate Cake Surprise

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