NUTTY CHOCOLATE CAKE

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I got the idea for this incredibly easy yet impressive holiday dessert from a magazine. It is now a family favorite-and has been for the last 15 years! It is absolutely gorgeous on my buffet. -Linda DuVal, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 2 cakes (8 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1 can (8 ounces) almond paste
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup sour cream
Dash salt
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake cakes according to package directions, using two greased 9-in. round baking pans. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For filling, in a small bowl, beat almond paste and butter until smooth. Gradually beat in cream until fluffy. Cut each cake horizontally in half; spread filling over bottom layers. Replace top layers., In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Stir in sour cream and salt. Spread over the top of each cake. Sprinkle with almonds. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490 calories, Fat 33g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 292mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Ateeq ur rahman
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This is the best chocolate cake I've ever had. I highly recommend it!


Asif Newaz
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday and she loved it! It was a big hit with all the kids.


Z Rahimoon
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I'm not a great baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great!


Twaib Headerson
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. It's so delicious!


Malang Bacha
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I made this cake for a bake sale and it sold out in minutes! Everyone loved it.


T P
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This cake is so rich and decadent. It's perfect for a special occasion.


Parvez
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I love the nutty flavor of this cake. It's a nice change from the usual chocolate cake.


David Kioko
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's my go-to recipe for chocolate cake.


Nati Job 7
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This cake was a bit too sweet for me, but I think that's just because I have a sweet tooth. Other than that, it was a great cake!


Faminu Idunnuoluwa
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this one was really good. It was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was light and fluffy.


Raiyyan Saleem
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This is the easiest chocolate cake recipe I've ever tried. It's perfect for when you're short on time or don't have a lot of experience baking.


Aashiqaan Ghulam abbas
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.


Mark Angel
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This cake is amazing! I've made it twice now and it's always a hit. The combination of chocolate and nuts is perfect, and the frosting is to die for.


Arif Sarkar
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Meh.


Olawumi Sadare
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This cake was a disaster. It was dry and crumbly, and the frosting was too runny. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.


Oluwafunmilayo Oliyide
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I wasn't too sure about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect amount of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.


Npl Power
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I love this cake! It's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for birthdays, potlucks, and even just because. It's always a hit.


Ebenezer Arthur
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This is my new go-to chocolate cake recipe. It's so rich and decadent, and the nuts add a nice touch of crunch. I highly recommend it!


Mary Bratts
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The cake was easy to make and turned out great! The frosting was a bit too sweet for my taste, but that's just personal preference. Overall, I'm really happy with how this recipe turned out.


Saqib nazir
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This cake was a hit with my friends and family! It was super moist and chocolatey, and the frosting was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again!