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Chocolate Caramel Dump Cake Recipe

Chocolate Caramel Dump Cake Recipe
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This Chocolate Caramel Dump Cake is a rich and indulgent dessert that combines moist chocolate cake with luscious caramel sauce and creamy chocolate chunks. It’s an easy-to-make layered cake where ingredients are simply ‘dumped’ into a pan and baked to perfection, resulting in a gooey, decadent treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cake Mix Base

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix (15.25 oz)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Fillings and Toppings

  • 1 cup caramel sauce
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Cake Batter: In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, whole milk, and melted butter. Stir until smooth and fully combined to create the cake batter.
  3. Layer Ingredients: Pour half of the cake batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Drizzle half of the caramel sauce over the batter, then sprinkle half of the chocolate chunks evenly on top.
  4. Add Remaining Batter and Toppings: Pour the remaining cake batter over the caramel and chocolate chunks, spreading gently. Drizzle the remaining caramel sauce and sprinkle the rest of the chocolate chunks evenly over the top layer.
  5. Pour Heavy Cream: Slowly pour the heavy cream evenly over the entire layered mixture. This helps create a moist, fudgy texture while baking.
  6. Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the cake is set around the edges but still gooey in the center. A toothpick inserted near the edge should come out with moist crumbs.
  7. Cool and Serve: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 15 minutes before serving. For extra indulgence, serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

  • Use a good quality caramel sauce for the best flavor.
  • You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chunks with milk or dark chocolate based on preference.
  • The heavy cream adds richness, but you can reduce to 1/4 cup if preferred.
  • Serve warm for a gooey texture or cooled for more cake-like consistency.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.

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Keywords: Chocolate caramel dump cake, easy chocolate cake, caramel chocolate cake, layered dessert, no-fuss cake

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