Better Than Almost Anything Cake Recipe

This decadent chocolate cake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Inspired by a Betty Crocker recipe, this upgraded version takes a classic 9x13 inch chocolate cake and elevates it with a luscious milk soak, rich fudge topping, creamy whipped topping, and a crunchy Oreo cookie crust. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion where you want to impress.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 544.8 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 4.3 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Better Than Almost Anything Cake

  • 1 (18.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix
  • Water (as called for on cake mix package)
  • Vegetable oil (as called for on cake mix package)
  • Eggs (as called for on cake mix package)
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (12.25 ounce) jar hot fudge topping
  • 1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 (8 ounce) package Oreo cookies, crushed

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How to Make Better Than Almost Anything Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package directions. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  3. Bake for 50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
  5. While the cake is still warm, poke holes evenly across the top using the handle of a wooden spoon, about 1/2 inch apart.
  6. Drizzle the milk evenly over the warm cake, allowing it to soak in completely. Let stand for 10-15 minutes.
  7. Drizzle the prepared fudge topping evenly over the cake.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until completely chilled.
  9. Once chilled, spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the top of the cake.
  10. Sprinkle the crushed Oreo cookies generously over the whipped topping.
  11. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

229g

Fat

48g

Carbs

28g

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