Ingredients
Cake
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- Ingredients required for cake mix (eggs, oil, water as per package instructions)
Filling
- 1 package instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup hot chocolate mix
Topping
- 1 container whipped topping (approx. 8 oz)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare Cake: Preheat your oven and prepare the chocolate cake according to the package directions, using a 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake until a toothpick comes out clean (approximately 30 minutes).
- Cool the Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes to avoid melting the pudding filling when added.
- Poke Holes: Use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes evenly all over the surface of the cake, allowing the pudding mixture to seep in.
- Make Filling: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix, milk, and hot chocolate mix until completely smooth and combined.
- Fill Cake: Pour the pudding mixture evenly over the cake, letting it fill the holes to ensure the cake becomes moist and infused with hot chocolate flavor.
- Chill: Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to allow the pudding to set and soak into the cake.
- Add Toppings: Spread the whipped topping evenly across the chilled cake’s surface.
- Garnish: Sprinkle mini marshmallows and chocolate chips over the whipped topping.
- Serve: Slice and serve chilled for a rich and creamy dessert experience.
Notes
- Add crushed peppermint candies for a festive holiday twist.
- Store the cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to retain freshness.
- Serve with extra hot chocolate drizzle for enhanced chocolate flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
