NestlΓ© Toll House Death by Chocolate Cake
This Death by Chocolate Cake is a chocolate loverβs dream! Itβs moist, rich, and loaded with chocolate chips, making it a perfect dessert to enjoy warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 box Devilβs Food cake mix
- 1 box (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding
- 5 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup sour cream or buttermilk
- 3/4 cup brewed coffee (cooled)
- 2 cups NestlΓ© Toll House chocolate chips
For the Ganache Icing:
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) salted butter
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/2 box powdered sugar (approximately 1 1/2 cups)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp milk
- 1/2 cup pecan pieces
Instructions
Make the Cake:
- Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Grease a bundt cake pan thoroughly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix and instant pudding mix.
- Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, oil, sour cream (or buttermilk), and coffee until smooth.
- Combine
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients. Blend until smooth and well incorporated.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula.
- Bake
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan. Bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a serving platter.
Prepare the Ganache Icing:
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter.
- Stir in the cocoa powder until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk, stirring until the mixture is glossy and pourable.
- Fold in the pecan pieces.
Assemble and Serve:
- Pour the warm ganache icing evenly over the cake.
- For the ultimate indulgence, serve the cake warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. If reheating later, warm individual slices in the microwave for 10β15 seconds before serving.
Pro Tips:
- Coffee Boost: The brewed coffee enhances the chocolate flavor without making the cake taste like coffee. For a deeper mocha flavor, use espresso.
- Nut-Free Option: Omit the pecans if desired or replace them with walnuts.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
This cake is decadent, gooey, and an instant crowd-pleaser. Enjoy!