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Chocolate Caramel Dump Cake

Indulge in this messy yet delightful Chocolate Caramel Dump Cake. A combination of chocolate cake and gooey caramel, it's an easy dessert that turns any gathering into a celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 box chocolate cake mix (15.25 oz)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup caramel sauce Warm slightly before drizzling
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks Use chunks for better texture
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream For ganache
Optional Toppings
  • chocolate shavings For garnish
  • chopped nuts Optional, for crunch
  • toffee bits Optional, for crunch

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together cake mix, eggs, milk, melted butter, baking powder, and sour cream until smooth.
  3. Pour half of the batter into the greased dish and spread evenly.
  4. Warm caramel slightly and drizzle evenly over the batter.
  5. Spoon the remaining batter gently over the caramel, spreading lightly.
Baking
  1. Bake for 45–50 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
Making Ganache
  1. Heat cream until hot but not boiling, add chocolate, let sit for 1 minute, then stir until glossy.
  2. Cool cake for 10 minutes, then pour warm ganache over the top and spread evenly.
  3. Add optional toppings if desired.

Notes

Serve warm in generous squares. For a delightful contrast, add a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Store cooled cake tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.