Description
Chocolate Caramel Dump Cake is an easy, no-mix dessert featuring layers of chocolate cake mix, gooey caramel, and melty chocolate chips. Perfect for busy bakers, this indulgent treat is quick to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Melt the Butter: In a saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter.
- Layer the Cake Mix: Evenly spread half of the dry cake mix in the baking dish.
- Add the Caramel: Drizzle half of the caramel sauce over the cake mix.
- Pour in the Evaporated Milk: Distribute half evenly over the layers.
- Sprinkle Chocolate Chips: Scatter a generous amount on top.
- Repeat the Layers: Add the remaining cake mix, caramel, evaporated milk, and chocolate chips. Top with nuts if using.
- Bake the Cake: Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the top is set and slightly crisp.
- Cool & Serve: Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with sea salt for added flavor.
Notes
- Peanut Butter Twist: Add peanut butter chips.
- Extra Chocolatey: Use dark chocolate chips.
- Salted Caramel: Mix in flaky sea salt.
- Nut-Free: Omit nuts for a smoother texture.
- Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free chocolate cake mix.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chocolate caramel dump cake Easy dump cake recipe No-mix chocolate cake Caramel chocolate dessert Quick and easy dessert