Chocolate Caramel Dump Cake
This Chocolate Caramel Dump Cake combines rich chocolate flavor with a gooey caramel layer. It's an easy dessert that is sure to please.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Baking Pan
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1 box chocolate cake mix approx. 15.25 oz
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 cup caramel sauce
For the Ganache
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks or chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
Optional Toppings
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
- Chopped nuts or toffee bits for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, whole milk, melted butter, baking powder, and sour cream. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking pan and drizzle the caramel sauce on top.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- For the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it simmers. Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate until melted and smooth.
- Once the cake is baked, pour the ganache over the top. Let it cool slightly before serving.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings and chopped nuts or toffee bits if desired.
Notes
This cake is best served warm. You can also add ice cream for a special treat.