Description
This decadent Chocolate Caramel Dump Cake combines easy preparation with rich, indulgent flavors. A moist chocolate cake infused with luscious caramel sauce and studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips, baked to perfection and served with optional whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra delightful dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Batter
- 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
Filling and Topping
- 1 cup caramel sauce (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
- Mix batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, milk, melted unsalted butter, and eggs. Stir everything together until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Add caramel and chocolate chips: Gently fold in the caramel sauce and the semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour batter into dish: Pour the prepared batter into the greased baking dish and spread it out evenly for a uniform bake.
- Bake the cake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is fully baked.
- Drizzle caramel: Once out of the oven and still warm, drizzle additional caramel sauce on top of the cake to enhance its rich flavor.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm, optionally topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a creamy contrast.
Notes
- Use high-quality caramel sauce and chocolate chips for the best flavor.
- The cake can be stored covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for 4 days.
- For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free chocolate cake mix.
- Letting the cake cool slightly helps the caramel sauce set a bit for easier serving.
- Serving with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream is optional but highly recommended for added indulgence.
