Chocolate Dump Cake Delight (Print Version)
Warm chocolate cake with pudding and melty chips, served fresh from the oven.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, melted
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2 1/4 cups whole milk, at room temperature
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2 teaspoons instant espresso powder (optional)
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 box (15.25 ounces) chocolate cake mix
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1 box (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
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1 3/4 cups semisweet chocolate chips, divided
→ To Serve (Optional)
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Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with unsalted butter.
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Combine melted butter, whole milk, instant espresso powder (if using), and kosher salt in the prepared baking dish. Stir to dissolve the espresso powder.
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Evenly sprinkle chocolate cake mix, instant chocolate pudding mix, and 1 1/4 cups semisweet chocolate chips over the liquid mixture. Gently stir until just incorporated.
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Smooth the surface into an even layer. Distribute remaining 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips over the top.
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Transfer baking dish to the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the cake is barely set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs attached.
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Let cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
# Notes:
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For optimal texture, avoid over-mixing the batter to maintain a tender crumb.