Description
This Chocolate Caramel Dump Cake with Espresso Caramel Swirl is a rich, gooey, and easy-to-make dessert. The combination of chocolate, caramel, and espresso creates a delightful symphony of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g (7oz) Chocolate Cake Mix: Store-bought, dark chocolate or devil’s food recommended.
- 120g (4.2oz) Unsalted Butter: Melted, ensures moisture and richness.
- 240ml (1 cup) Whole Milk: Contributes to a tender crumb.
- 2 Large Eggs: Binds ingredients, adds structure.
- 1 tsp Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract: Enhances flavor.
- 200g (7oz) Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips: Provides melted chocolate pockets.
- 150g (5.3oz) Caramel Sauce: Halal-certified, creates a gooey layer.
- 1 tbsp Instant Espresso Powder: Adds a subtle coffee flavor.
- 2 tbsp Hot Water: Dissolves espresso powder.
- 30g (1oz) Pistachios: Toasted and finely chopped, adds crunch.
- 1 tbsp Powdered Sugar (Optional): For dusting.
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 23cm (9-inch) square baking dish.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Whisk melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Incorporate Cake Mix: Add cake mix and gently stir until combined.
- Spread into Dish: Pour batter into the prepared dish and spread evenly.
- Scatter Chocolate Chips: Generously scatter chocolate chips over the batter.
- Prepare Espresso Caramel: Combine caramel sauce, espresso powder, and hot water; stir until smooth.
- Drizzle & Swirl: Drizzle warm espresso caramel over chocolate chips.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 30-35 minutes, until edges are set and bubbly.
- Rest & Garnish: Let rest for 10 minutes, drizzle with remaining caramel, and sprinkle with pistachios.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use high-quality chocolate chips and caramel sauce. Toasting pistachios enhances their flavor and aroma.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: dump cake,chocolate,caramel,espresso,dessert,easy,bake,pistachio