Duncan Hines Dark Chocolate Fudge Cake Mix
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Super Moist {Durable} Chocolate Cake Recipe
Description
This cake is delicious, moist, and dense enough to stand up to multiple tiers! I get compliments every time I serve it or make it for customers and I don’t think you’ll be disappointed!
Ingredients
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- 1 chocolate cake mix (I only use Duncan Hines Dark Chocolate Fudge, 15.25 oz.)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (OR an extra 1/2 cup of chocolate cake mix)
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, tossed in dry cake mix or flour before adding wet ingredients
- 3 whole large eggs
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup oil
- 8 oz. sour cream (~1 cup)
- 1 small box instant chocolate pudding (dry mix only - do not prepare)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Prepare two 7-inch or 8-inch cake pans with nonstick baking spray or homemade goop.
- Add the cake mix, flour or extra cake mix, and instant chocolate pudding mix to a large mixing bowl.
- Toss the chocolate chips with a tablespoon or two of the dry mixture. This helps keep them from sinking to the bottom of the cake. Set aside.
- Add the eggs, water, oil, and sour cream to the bowl.
- Mix on low speed until the ingredients are combined, then increase to medium speed and blend for 2-3 minutes. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake at 325°F for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10-15 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
Notes
- I know the baking instructions are vague, but if you use it often, you’ll get a feel for how long to bake it in your oven. I do a toothpick test to be sure each time.
- For larger pans, cupcakes, or thicker layers, adjust the baking time as needed. The cake is done when the center springs back lightly, and a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 336.1 mg
- Fat: 11.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 28.5 g
- Fiber: 0.9 g
- Protein: 3.4 g
- Cholesterol: 35.4 mg
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