Thin Layer Chocolate Cake Recipe

Name: Thin Layer Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 duncan hines butter recipe cake mix; 7 eggs; 1/2 cup butter; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup oil; 2/3 cup water; Icing; 3 cups sugar; 3/4 cup Hersheys cocoa powder; 1/2 cup butter; 1 cup milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla

Servings: persons

2 duncan hines butter recipe cake mix
7 eggs
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup oil
2/3 cup water
Icing
3 cups sugar
3/4 cup Hersheys cocoa powder
1/2 cup butter
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla

1
Cake: mix all ingredients together with mixer.
2
Grease and Flour 8 inch cake pans.
3
Pour about 1 to 1 1/2 cups of batter in each pan (depending on how thick you want the cake layers) then spread out the batter evenly in the pans.
4
Bake at 300 for about 15 to 20 minutes until done.
5
Icing: Mix sugar and cocoa in large pot.
6
Add milk, butter and vanilla.
7
Cook over medium heat until boiling, stir constantly.
8
Lower heat and continue to stir.
9
As layers come out of the oven spread icing on them, stacking the layers and finish off by putting icing on side and top.
10
The icing will set like fudge as the cake cools.
11
This will make a 10 to 15 layer cake.

1912

kcal

Calories

129

Fat

179

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: 2 duncan hines butter recipe cake mix, 7 eggs, 1/2 cup butter, 1/2 cup sour cream, and more.

Yes, Thin Layer Chocolate 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.

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Thin Layer Chocolate Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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