Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 1 box Devil’s Food Cake mix
- 1 box (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding
- 5 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup sour cream or buttermilk
- 3/4 cup brewed coffee
- 2 cups Nestlé Toll House chocolate chips
For the Ganache Icing:
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) salted butter
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/2 box powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp milk
- 1/2 cup pecan pieces
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt cake pan generously with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix and instant chocolate pudding.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, vegetable oil, sour cream (or buttermilk), and brewed coffee until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring until fully combined and smooth.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently to ensure they’re evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the greased bundt pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a serving platter.
Making the Ganache Icing:
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter.
- Stir in the cocoa powder, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
- Add the pecan pieces and mix well.
- Drizzle the warm ganache over the cake while it’s still slightly warm for the best consistency.
Notes
- Chocolate Chips: Feel free to use your favorite chocolate chips! You can also try higher quality ones or even chopped dark chocolate for a richer taste.
- Pecans in Ganache: If you’re not a fan of pecans or have allergies, no worries! You can swap them for other nuts like almonds or walnuts, or just leave them out.
- Vegetable Oil: For a lighter cake that’s still super moist, you can try replacing half of the vegetable oil with unsweetened applesauce. See which way you like best! Happy baking!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooling Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes