Hot Fudge Dump Cake
Ladies, gentlemen, and chocoholics of all ages, may I introduce you to your new best friend: the Hot Fudge Dump Cake.
This beauty is a rich, gooey chocolate wonder that will have you licking your plate clean—no shame in that!
It’s like someone bottled the best parts of a chocolate lava cake and handed it to you in a super easy-to-make format. No complicated steps, no multiple bowls to dirty (because who has time for that?), and definitely no stress. Just dump, bake, and indulge!
You know, some people say money can’t buy happiness, but I beg to differ. Have you ever bought a jar of hot fudge? Happiness is a spoonful away!
So if you’re in the mood to impress your friends, your family, or just yourself (no judgment), this is your cake. Now, go ahead, grab that box of cake mix—you know you want to.
Hot Fudge Dump Cake
Equipment
- 1 9" x 13" baking dish or pan
- 1 medium mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 15.25-ounce box chocolate cake mix
- 1 3.9-ounce package instant chocolate pudding mix
- 1 ¾ cups milk
- 1 16-ounce jar hot fudge sauce warmed slightly
- 1 ½ cups chocolate chips
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup butter melted
- Optional: Vanilla ice cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and milk until smooth. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the chocolate cake mix evenly over the pudding layer (do not stir).
- Drizzle the hot fudge sauce over the cake mix.
- Scatter the chocolate chips on top.
- Pour the water and melted butter over the entire mixture.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is set but the inside is still gooey.
- Let it cool slightly before serving. For extra indulgence, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Notes
Nutrition
Diva's Elegant Enhancements
Peanut Butter Lover’s Dream:
Add a swirl of peanut butter in with the hot fudge for a chocolate-peanut butter twist.
Mint Madness:
Use mint chocolate chips and drizzle with mint syrup for a refreshing, holiday-ready version.
S’mores Style:
Mix in graham cracker pieces and mini marshmallows before baking for a campfire-inspired cake.
Presentation Suggestions:
Serve this cake warm, oozing with chocolatey goodness, on small dessert plates with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Add a drizzle of extra hot fudge over the top and a sprinkle of powdered sugar for that “professional baker” touch.
To really wow your guests, throw a few chocolate curls or sprinkles on top and watch them swoon.
Ready to dive headfirst into a pool of molten chocolate goodness?
Try this Hot Fudge Dump Cake and let the indulgence begin!
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