LAYERED CHOCOLATE CAKE

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"It is hard to believe this impressive dessert started with a boxed cake mix," relates Dorothy Monroe of Pocatello, Idaho. Cream cheese in the icing provides the luscious finishing touch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1-1/3 cups water
3 eggs
1/3 cup canola oil
1 package (3 ounces) cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix
1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
2 cups 2% milk
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons baking cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In large bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 23-25 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. , In a large saucepan, combine the dry pudding mix, gelatin and milk; cook according to package directions for pudding. Cool. , Cut cake into three 10x5-in. rectangles. Place one on a serving platter. Spread with half of the pudding mixture; repeat layers. Top with third layer. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Beat in the sugar and cocoa and vanilla until smooth. Frost top and sides of cake. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600 calories, Fat 33g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 580mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Thandokazi King
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This cake was a bit too rich for my taste, but it was still good. I think next time I'll try a different frosting.


RK FX.stodio much
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday party and it was a huge hit! The kids loved it and the adults thought it was delicious too. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Frances Ozuna
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this one was really good! The cake was moist and fluffy, and the ganache was smooth and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chocolate cake.


Ben Allen
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This cake is absolutely delicious! The chocolate flavor is rich and decadent, and the ganache is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again and again.


Aurora Vacirca
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I followed the recipe exactly and my cake turned out dry and crumbly. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


rony ahmod
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think next time I'll use less sugar in the frosting.


Billi jo Depoister
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the ganache is rich and decadent. I highly recommend this recipe!


KOA KING
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This cake is amazing! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes fresh.


Right Rain
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I made this cake for my birthday party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The cake was so moist and flavorful, and the ganache was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Mr_ashok Jha_live stream agent
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This layered chocolate cake is a real showstopper! It's perfect for special occasions or when you want to impress your friends and family. The cake is moist and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor. The ganache is smooth and creamy, and it pairs perf


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