Chocolate Fudge Tunnel Cake Recipe

Name: Chocolate Fudge Tunnel Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup (175 ml) sweetened condensed milk; 3 oz (84 grm). cream cheese; 1 cup (225 ml) semisweet chocolate chips; 1 cup (225 ml) finely chopped pecans; 4 oz (112 grm). package German sweet baking chocolate; 2 tbsp (30 ml) water; 2-2/3 cups (625 ml) all-purpose unbleached flour; 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) sugar; 2 tsp (10 ml) baking powder; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) baking soda; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) salt; 1 cup (225 ml) sour cream; 1/2 cup (125 ml) unsalted butter, room temperature; 1/3 cup (80 ml) dark rum; 3 whole eggs; powdered sugar or chocolate glaze, optional

Servings: persons

3/4 cup (175 ml) sweetened condensed milk
3 oz (84 grm). cream cheese
1 cup (225 ml) semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup (225 ml) finely chopped pecans
4 oz (112 grm). package German sweet baking chocolate
2 tbsp (30 ml) water
2-2/3 cups (625 ml) all-purpose unbleached flour
1-1/2 cups (350 ml) sugar
2 tsp (10 ml) baking powder
1/2 tsp (2 ml) baking soda
1/2 tsp (2 ml) salt
1 cup (225 ml) sour cream
1/2 cup (125 ml) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/3 cup (80 ml) dark rum
3 whole eggs
powdered sugar or chocolate glaze, optional

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees (175 C.) and prepare a 12 cups (2825 ml) bundt pan with shortening and flour.
2
In a heavy saucepan, over low heat, blend condensed milk, cream cheese, and chocolate chips until chocolate chips melt, then stir in the nuts.
3
Cool 15 minutes, set aside.
4
In small saucepan, over low heat, melt german chocolate in water and scrape the chocolate into a large mixing bowl.
5
In the large bowl, blend the chocolate mixture and add the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sour cream, butter, eggs and rum.
6
Beat a good 3 minutes at medium speed to make sure all the ingredients are blended, then pour 3 to 4 cups (950 ml) of batter into the bottom of the prepared bundt pan.
7
Next, spoon the cooled chocolate filling over batter, without touching any of the sides of the pan.
8
Cover with remaining batter.
9
Bake 50 to 65 minutes or until top of the cake springs back when touched lightly in center.
10
Cool upright in the bundt pan on a rack for 15 minutes, then turn the pan onto serving platter.
11
Cool completely to room temperature, and then refrigerate.
12
Sprinkle top with powdered sugar or make a simple chocolate glaze.
13
This cake is excellent served with vanilla ice cream.

1383

kcal

Calories

Fat

118

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup (175 ml) sweetened condensed milk, 3 oz (84 grm). cream cheese, 1 cup (225 ml) semisweet chocolate chips, 1 cup (225 ml) finely chopped pecans, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Fudge Tunnel Cake 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chocolate Fudge Tunnel Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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