Chocolate Layer Cake Recipe

Name: Chocolate Layer Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size); 1-1/4 cups buttermilk; 1 large egg; 4 large egg whites; 1 cup cold fat-free milk; 1 package (3.3 ounces) instant white chocolate pudding mix or 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix; 1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest; 1/8 teaspoon orange extract; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped; 3 squares (1 ounce each) semisweet chocolate, chopped; 1 tablespoon fat-free milk; 1-1/2 teaspoons butter

Servings: persons

1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1-1/4 cups buttermilk
1 large egg
4 large egg whites
1 cup cold fat-free milk
1 package (3.3 ounces) instant white chocolate pudding mix or 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/8 teaspoon orange extract
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
3 squares (1 ounce each) semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon fat-free milk
1-1/2 teaspoons butter

1
Coat three 9-in. round baking pans with cooking spray and line with waxed paper. Coat waxed paper with cooking spray and dust with flour; set aside.
2
In a large bowl, beat the first four ingredients on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Pour into prepared pans.
3
Bake at 350u00b0 for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool. Gently peel off waxed paper.
4
In a large bowl, whisk first four filling ingredients for 2 minutes (mixture will be thick). Fold in whipped cream.
5
Place one cake layer on a serving plate; top with half of the filling. Repeat layers. Top with the third cake layer. In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave the glaze ingredients, uncovered, at 30% power for 45 seconds; stir until smooth. Spread over top of cake.

1635

kcal

Calories

120

Fat

111

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size), 1-1/4 cups buttermilk, 1 large egg, 4 large egg whites, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Layer 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.

Chocolate Layer Cake

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