4-Ingredient Chocolate Dump Cake

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January 6, 2026

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4-Ingredient Chocolate Dump Cake: A Decadent Delight

If you’re in the mood for a chocolate dessert that’s both incredibly easy to make and absolutely delicious, then this 4-Ingredient Chocolate Dump Cake is the perfect choice. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you can whip up a dessert that will satisfy even the most intense chocolate cravings. This recipe is perfect for those who are short on time but still want to impress their family and friends with a homemade treat. Let’s dive into the details of how to create this delightful cake and explore some serving options that will elevate your dessert experience.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

  • 15.25 oz chocolate cake mix (1 box, dry)
  • 3.9 oz instant chocolate pudding (1 box, dry mix)
  • 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips (1 bag, divided)
  • 1 ½ cups milk

Serving Options:

  • Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Chocolate or Hot Fudge Sauce
  • Cookies, crushed
  • Whipped Cream

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Your Oven:
    Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). This ensures that your cake will bake evenly.

  2. Prepare Your Baking Dish:
    Coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or baker’s release to prevent sticking.

  3. Layer the Ingredients:

    • Sprinkle the dry chocolate cake mix evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
    • Distribute the dry chocolate pudding mix on top of the cake mix, ensuring an even layer.
    • Add the chocolate chips over the top, saving ½ cup for later use.
  4. Add the Milk:
    Pour the milk over the dry ingredients. Stir gently until everything is well combined. This will create a luscious, chocolatey batter.

  5. Add the Final Touch:
    Sprinkle the reserved ½ cup of chocolate chips over the top of the batter.

  6. Bake:
    Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes. The cake is ready when the top is set, and the edges pull away from the baking pan.

  7. Cool and Serve:
    Remove the cake from the oven and place it on a wire rack. Allow it to cool slightly if you wish to serve it warm with ice cream, or let it cool completely before adding other toppings like frosting or whipped cream.

  8. Storage:
    Store any leftovers covered with plastic wrap directly in the pan or in individual airtight containers to maintain freshness.

Tips and Notes:

  • For an even easier preparation, you can mix all the ingredients in a bowl before pouring them into the prepared baking dish.
  • Consider experimenting with different types of chocolate chips, such as dark chocolate or milk chocolate, to customize the flavor to your liking.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

  • Calories: 557 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 76g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 8mg
  • Sodium: 665mg
  • Potassium: 521mg
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Sugar: 48g
  • Calcium: 165mg
  • Iron: 5mg
  • Net Carbohydrates: 71g

Conclusion:

This 4-Ingredient Chocolate Dump Cake is a testament to the saying “less is more.” With minimal effort and just a handful of ingredients, you can create a dessert that is rich, decadent, and sure to please any chocolate lover. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or topped with whipped cream and a drizzle of hot fudge sauce, this cake is a versatile treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Enjoy making—and devouring—this simple yet satisfying dessert!

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A delicious plate of 4-Ingredient Chocolate Dump Cake

4-Ingredient Chocolate Dump Cake

An easy and delicious chocolate cake that only requires four ingredients. Perfect for quick baking and satisfying your chocolate cravings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 557

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 15.25 oz chocolate cake mix dry – not prepared (1 box)
  • 3.9 oz instant chocolate pudding – dry mix, not prepared (1 box)
  • 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips divided (1 bag) reserve ½ cup for topping
  • 1.5 cups milk

Equipment

  • 9×13 Baking Dish
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Coat a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray or baker’s release.
  3. Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  4. Evenly distribute the pudding mix on top of the cake mix.
  5. Add the chocolate chips – reserving a ½ cup of them for later.
  6. Pour the milk over the top of the dry mix. Stir gently until well combined.
  7. Sprinkle the top with the remaining ½ cup of the chocolate chips.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is set and the edges pull away from the baking pan.
  9. Remove from oven and place it on a wire rack. Allow to cool slightly to serve warm with ice cream, or you can cool it completely before serving and add other toppings such as frosting or whipped cream.

Notes

You can also mix everything in a bowl and then add it to the prepared baking dish. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra treat.

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