Double Choc Delight Cake Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Double Choc Delight Cake, a beloved family recipe! This easy one-bowl wonder requires no electric mixer – just a spoon and your love for chocolate. Originally faxed to me in the 80s (yes, really!), this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Get ready for rich, moist chocolate cake perfection, perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any day you need a chocolate fix!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 440.9 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Double Choc Delight Cake

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How to Make Double Choc Delight Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Grease and flour a 20cm x 7cm round cake tin or a large bundt tin.
  3. In a large bowl, sift together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 packet (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder.
  4. Add 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, ¾ cup vegetable oil, 4 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup buttermilk to the dry ingredients.
  5. Beat with a spoon for 1 minute until just combined.
  6. Stir in 1 ½ cups chocolate chips.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared tin.
  8. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the tin for 5-8 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once completely cool, frost the cake with the prepared chocolate icing.
  11. Decorate with extra chocolate chips or grated chocolate.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

174g

Fat

57g

Carbs

21g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Double Choc Delight Cake?

Double Choc Delight Cake takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Double Choc Delight Cake?

Double Choc Delight Cake has approximately 440.9 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 29 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Double Choc Delight Cake?

The key ingredients for Double Choc Delight Cake are Plain Flour, Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix, Baking Powder, Cocoa Powder, Caster Sugar, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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