Description
Chocolate Caramel Dump Cake is a rich, gooey dessert layered with chocolate cake mix, caramel sauce, and chocolate chips. This easy one-pan treat delivers indulgent comfort with minimal effort—perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings or serving at casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (devil’s food or chocolate fudge)
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Pour the dry cake mix evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Drizzle evaporated milk and melted butter evenly over the cake mix.
- Pour caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle with chocolate chips and optional nuts.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the top is set and the edges are bubbling.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving warm.
Notes
- Add crushed pretzels for a salty crunch.
- Swirl in peanut butter for a richer flavor.
- Chopped candy bars like Rolos or Snickers work as fun substitutes for chocolate chips.
- A sprinkle of sea salt balances the sweetness beautifully.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
