Description
This decadent Chocolate Caramel Dump Cake combines rich chocolate cake with luscious caramel sauce and melty chocolate chips for an indulgent dessert. Easy to prepare, all ingredients are mixed together and baked in one dish to create a moist, flavorful treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra special touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Mix and Batter
- 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
Fillings and Toppings
- 1 cup caramel sauce (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, milk, melted butter, and eggs. Stir the ingredients together until the batter is smooth and well incorporated.
- Add Caramel and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in 1 cup of caramel sauce and 1 cup of chocolate chips into the batter for an extra moist and flavorful cake.
- Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter evenly into the greased baking dish, spreading it out to the edges to ensure even baking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Drizzle Caramel: As soon as the cake comes out of the oven and is still warm, drizzle additional caramel sauce over the top for added sweetness and a beautiful finish.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes. Serve warm, optionally topped with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert experience.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is fully melted and slightly cooled before mixing to avoid cooking the eggs prematurely.
- A toothpick test ensures the cake is baked through without overbaking.
- The caramel sauce can be store-bought or homemade for different flavor profiles.
- Serving the cake warm with ice cream enhances the gooey texture and flavor combination.
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American