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Chocolate Caramel Dump Cake

A ridiculously easy yet impressive layered dessert featuring chocolate cake batter, caramel swirls, and melted chocolate chips, baked in a single dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 260 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 1 box 15.25 oz chocolate cake mix
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup caramel sauce
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk the chocolate cake mix with the eggs and water until smooth and lump-free.
  • Spoon half of the batter into the prepared pan and smooth into an even layer.
  • Drizzle half of the caramel sauce over the batter and sprinkle half of the chocolate chips on top.
  • Dollop the remaining cake batter over the caramel layer and spread gently to cover.
  • Drizzle the remaining caramel over the top layer and scatter the remaining chocolate chips.

Baking

  • Bake for 35–40 minutes until the center is set but still gooey at the edges.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream. For variations, try adding nuts, different types of chocolate chips, or peanut butter.
Keyword Baking Recipe, Caramel Dessert, Chocolate Dump Cake, Easy Cake, Gooey Cake