Decadent Delight Chocolate Cake

About this recipe

Experience a luscious and smooth chocolate cake, perfect for celebrations or as an indulgent treat. This recipe combines the convenience of a box mix with homemade touches and incorporates modern baking techniques for extra flavor and moisture.

Ingredients

• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 package instant chocolate pudding mix
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   In a large bowl, mix together cake mix, sour cream, oil, eggs, water, and an extra dash of salt until smooth.

3. 3

   Pour the batter evenly into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.

4. 4

   Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, whisk the pudding mix with milk until thickened; set aside.

6. 6

   Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

7. 7

   Gently fold the pudding into the whipped cream to combine.

8. 8

   Once the cake has cooled, spread the pudding mixture on top and sprinkle with chocolate chips.

9. 9

   Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.