Not Your Average Chocolate Cake Recipe

Prepare to be amazed! This isn't your grandma's chocolate cake. Made with a secret ingredient (chocolate pudding mix!), this unbelievably moist and intensely chocolatey cake is ridiculously easy to make. A client's recipe that's become our family favorite, it's light, stays fresh for days, and is perfect for both cakes and cupcakes. Get ready for the most delicious, foolproof chocolate cake you'll ever bake!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Calories 675.7 kcal

Protein 16g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Not Your Average Chocolate Cake

Chocolate Cake Mix
Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix
Oil
Water
Eggs

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How to Make Not Your Average Chocolate Cake

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or two smaller loaf pans.
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients until thoroughly mixed. Pour batter into prepared pan(s).
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Once completely cool, frost with your favorite frosting (store-bought is perfectly acceptable!).
Slice and enjoy! This cake is best enjoyed at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

155g

Fat

34g

Carbs

23g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Not Your Average Chocolate Cake?

Not Your Average Chocolate Cake takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Not Your Average Chocolate Cake?

Not Your Average Chocolate Cake has approximately 675.7 calories per serving, with about 16 g protein, 23 g carbohydrates and 65 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Not Your Average Chocolate Cake?

The key ingredients for Not Your Average Chocolate Cake are Chocolate Cake Mix, Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix, Oil, Water, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.