Slow Cooker Chocolate Cake
This really cake should be called death by chocolate. Pour all of the ingredients into a slow cooker and get ready to be tortured all day by the smell of chocolate radiating throughout your house. No heating up your house with a hot oven The slow cooker does all of the work here in this shockingly easy dessert. I do have to say that every slow cooker cooks differently so make sure to check it after 4 hours.
This really cake should be called death by chocolate. Pour all of the ingredients into a slow cooker and get ready to be tortured all day by the smell of chocolate radiating throughout your house. No heating up your house with a hot oven The slow cooker does all of the work here in this shockingly easy dessert. I do have to say that every slow cooker cooks differently so make sure to check it after 4 hours.
- Carbohydrate 11.434 g
- Cholesterol 551.175 mg
- Fat 34.758130625 g
- Fiber 0.37799998998642 g
- Protein 16.8591875 g
- Saturated Fat 9.92625501740625 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (207g)
- Sodium 359.989375 mg
- Sugar 11.0560000100136 g
- Trans Fat 3.27311082908125 g
- Calories 422 calories
Step-by-step
- Spray a 4 quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, add the cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, water, oil, and sour cream and beat until smooth. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Pour mixture into the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until cake is set. Every slow cooker cooks at a different speed so make sure to check it at 4 hours. The cake will still be moist but not soggy. Remove pot from slow cooker so cake does not continue cooking.
- Serve warm with a large scoop of vanilla ice cream.
My Unexpected Love Affair with the Slow Cooker Chocolate Cake
Let me tell you a story about a cake, a slow cooker, and a whole lot of chocolate. As a busy working mom, I often find myself juggling work deadlines, school runs, and the never-ending quest for a decent dinner. Dessert? Well, dessert was usually a distant dream, a luxury reserved for special occasions. That is, until I discovered the magic of the slow cooker chocolate cake. I'm not talking about some dry, crumbly concoction – oh no. This is a rich, moist, intensely chocolatey masterpiece that’s surprisingly simple to make. It’s become a weekly ritual, a delicious way to end my hectic days.
The beauty of this cake lies in its effortless preparation. No precise measurements, no complicated techniques, just a simple blend of readily available ingredients. You toss everything into the slow cooker – cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, oil, sour cream, and chocolate chips – and let the slow cooker work its magic. The aroma alone is enough to make your mouth water; the house fills with the intoxicating scent of melting chocolate, a tantalizing preview of the decadent treat to come. Four hours later (or five, depending on your slow cooker’s temperament), you're rewarded with a cake so moist and flavorful it’s almost sinful.
I’ve experimented with variations over time, adding a touch of espresso powder for an extra coffee kick or swapping the chocolate chips for chopped nuts for a bit of textural contrast. The possibilities are endless! It's become my go-to dessert for everything from casual weeknight gatherings to more elaborate celebrations. It's always a hit, regardless of the occasion.
But more than the taste, what I love most about this recipe is the simplicity. It frees up my time, allowing me to focus on other aspects of my busy life. I can get the cake started in the morning and come home to a warm, comforting dessert without having to spend hours in the kitchen. It’s a small act of self-care, a reminder to slow down and savor the simple pleasures in life, even amidst the chaos.
This isn't just a cake; it's a symbol of my ability to balance the demands of work and family life while still making time for the things that bring me joy. The warm, gooey center is a perfect metaphor for the warmth and comfort I seek at the end of a long day, and it's a dessert I can feel good about serving my family. It’s the perfect embodiment of deliciousness and simplicity, making it a true family favorite.
So, if you're looking for a dessert that's easy to make, incredibly delicious, and wonderfully satisfying, give this slow cooker chocolate cake a try. It's a game-changer, I promise.
Ingredients you'll need:
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups sour cream
- 4 whole eggs
- 1 package Betty Crocker SuperMoist Chocolate Fudge Cake Mix
- 1 package instant chocolate pudding mix (3.9 oz. package)
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
