Description
A rich and indulgent cake that combines chocolate, caramel, and whipped topping for a heavenly dessert experience.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until well blended.
- Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
- Carefully stir in the boiling water (the batter will be thin). Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
- Once cooled, poke holes in the top of each cake layer using a fork. Pour half of the sweetened condensed milk over each layer, allowing it to soak in.
- Drizzle half of the caramel sauce over each layer, spreading it evenly.
- Place one layer on a serving plate and spread half of the whipped topping over it. If using, sprinkle with half of the chocolate chips and nuts.
- Place the second layer on top and repeat the process with the remaining whipped topping, chocolate chips, and nuts.
- Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a chocolate lover’s twist, add a layer of chocolate ganache on top of the whipped topping.
- Substitute the caramel sauce with a fruit topping like strawberry or raspberry for a refreshing variation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg