Over the past few months, I’ve had a ball creating lots of fun new recipes for my family and friends. I’ve been taking old family favorite recipes and adding a bit of pizzazz and the results have been spectacular!
This month, I decided to add a twist to an old favorite – Chocolate Cake. The recipe is super easy to make and the taste is out-of-this-world good!
HEAVENLY CHOCOLATE CAKE RECIPE
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PREP TIME: 20 min. | TOTAL TIME: 55 min.
MAKES: 16 servings
INGREDIENTS
1 pkg. (2-layer size) chocolate cake mix (not pudding in the mix variety)
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, divided
3 eggs
1-1/3 cups water
1 cup mayonnaise
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) cream cheese, softened
1 tbsp. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
2-1/2 cups sifted powered sugar
INSTRUCTIONS
HEAT oven to 350° F.
SPRAY 13×9-inch pan with cooking spray. Coat with flour; set aside. Stir cake mix and 1/2 cup cocoa in large mixing bowl. Add eggs, water and mayo; beat with mixer until well blended. Pour into prepared pan.
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BAKE 30 to 35 min. or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
BEAT cream cheese, milk and vanilla with mixer until well blended. Gradually add combined powdered sugar and remaining cocoa, beating well after each addition. Spread over cake.
SIZE WISE
Looking for a special treat? One slice of this heavenly cake provides a lot of chocolately flavor.
HOW TO MAKE A TRIPLE LAYER CAKE
GREASE AND FLOUR 3 (9-inch) round cake pans. Line bottoms of pans with waxed paper. Prepare cake batter as directed; pour evenly into prepared pans. Bake at 350° F 20 to 23 min. or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
HOW TO TEST CAKE FOR DONENESS
To prevent overbaking, check cakes or cupcakes at the minimum baking time indicated in recipe. Insert a toothpick in center of cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is done. If it does not come out clean, return to the over for a few additional minutes before rechecking.
COOL CAKE LAYERS AND FROST
Double frosting recipe. Fill and frost cake layers with prepared frosting.
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Mmmm, sounds delicious! And I love your decorating!
I love the heart shape! It looks romantic.
I have never had Miracle Whip before, but I think my favorite way to eat it will definitely be in this Heavenly Chocolate Cake. Thank you for sharing this recipe.