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["Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.", "-Leave the frozen pie crust out to thaw while you are mixing the cake batter.", "-Prepare the cake batter per the instructions on the box.*Note: This will make enough filling for two Pakes.", "-Gently poke a few small holes in the bottom of the pie crust, being careful not to poke through the tin.", "-Pour half of the cake batter into the pie crust, until approximately 1/2"" below the edge. *Note: the cake mix will raise above the edge of the pie crust during baking.", "-Mix in chocolate chips if desired.", "-Place the Pake on a cookie sheet and place in the oven on a middle rack.", "-Bake for approximately 35 minutes at 350u00b0F After 35 minutes, turn oven down to 325u00b0F and continue baking for another 12-15 minutes or until cake is finished. (You can test the cake by sticking a toothpick in the center and pulling it out. It should be relatively clean with very little cake crumbs stuck to it.).", "-Let the pake cool completely.", "-If desired, cut the top section of the cake off and place a layer of frosting (or filling of your choice) on the lower half of the cake. Replace the top section.", "-Scoop the remaining frosting onto the cake and frost to the edge of the pie crust.", "-Garnish with dollops of whipped cream around the edges, sprinkles, candy pieces or a cherry (as desired)."]
