Nestles House Toll Death by Chocolate Cake
🍫 Death by Chocolate Cake – A Deeply Rich, Fudgy Delight
Dive headfirst into the ultimate chocolate indulgence with this ultra-moist, intensely fudgy Death by Chocolate Cake. A heavenly blend of devil’s food cake, creamy pudding richness, and a glossy chocolate ganache topping makes this a dream come true for chocoholics everywhere.
🛒 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Devil’s Food Cake Mix | 1 box |
| Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix | 1 box (3.9 oz) |
| Eggs | 5 |
| Vanilla Extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Vegetable Oil | ¾ cup |
| Sour Cream or Buttermilk | 1 cup |
| Coffee (cooled) | ¾ cup |
| Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips | 2 cups |
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Bake the Cake
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cake mix and pudding mix.
- In a separate bowl, mix the eggs, vanilla, oil, sour cream (or buttermilk), and coffee until well blended.
- Slowly combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients, stirring just until smooth.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured 9×13-inch pan.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before adding the frosting.
2. Make the Ganache Frosting
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter.
- Stir in the cocoa powder, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk.
- Add chopped walnuts if desired.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, whisking constantly until smooth and shiny.
- Let it cool for a few minutes, then spread evenly over the cooled cake.
3. Serve & Enjoy
- Serve at room temperature or slightly warmed.
- Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an even more indulgent treat.
💡 Tips
- Substitute the coffee with hot water if preferred—but coffee deepens the chocolate flavor without tasting like coffee!
- Don’t skip the cooling time before frosting—it helps the ganache set beautifully.
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature or in the fridge for up to 3 days.
This cake isn’t just dessert—it’s an experience. One rich, gooey bite and you’ll understand why it’s called Death by Chocolate.
