The Best Chocolate Cake Ever! Recipe

Name: The Best Chocolate Cake Ever!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (18 ounce) box devil's food cake mix; 1 (6 ounce) boxchocolate fudge instant pudding; 1 cup sour cream; 4 eggs, beaten; ½ cup milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 2 cups mini semisweet chocolate chips; frosting; 1 stick butter flavored Crisco shortening; 4 cups powdered sugar; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream

Servings: persons

1 (18 ounce) box devil's food cake mix
1 (6 ounce) boxchocolate fudge instant pudding
1 cup sour cream
4 eggs, beaten
½ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups mini semisweet chocolate chips
frosting
1 stick butter flavored Crisco shortening
4 cups powdered sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅓ cup heavy whipping cream

1
Preheat oven to 350
2
In a very large bowl, mix together with an electric mixer everything except chocolate chips.
3
Mix for about 1 min, batter will be thick.
4
Stir in chocolate chips.
5
Spray two 9 inch round pans with nonstick spray and evenly pour in batter.
6
Cook for about 50 min, although time may vary so I usually do the toothpick check.
7
Frosting:.
8
In a mixing bowl, cream shortening until fluffy.
9
Add sugar and continue creaming until well belnded.
10
Add salt, vanilla, and whipping cream.
11
Blend on low speed until moistened.
12
Beat at high speed until frosting is fluffy.

1621

kcal

Calories

Fat

193

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.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (18 ounce) box devil's food cake mix, 1 (6 ounce) boxchocolate fudge instant pudding, 1 cup sour cream, 4 eggs, beaten, and more.

Yes, The Best Chocolate Cake Ever! 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!

The Best Chocolate Cake Ever!

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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