Crock Pot Self-Frosting Chocolate Cake
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 388 per serving
Rating: 4.5 (6 reviews)
Category: Dessert
Keywords: Kid Friendly, Less than 4 Hours
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup warm water
- 3 eggs
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup warm water
Instructions
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Prepare the Crock Pot: Grease the crock pot lightly to prevent sticking.
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Mix the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, 3/4 cup of warm water, eggs, and vegetable oil. Mix until well combined.
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Optional: Add Nuts: If using chopped nuts, gently fold them into the cake batter.
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Prepare the Frosting Mixture: In another bowl, mix together the chocolate syrup, sugar, and 1/4 cup of warm water until the sugar is dissolved.
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Layer the Batter: Pour the cake batter into the greased crock pot, spreading it evenly.
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Drizzle with Frosting: Evenly drizzle the chocolate syrup and sugar mixture over the cake batter in the crock pot. This will create a self-frosting effect as it cooks.
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Cooking: Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low heat for 2-3 hours, or until the cake is fully cooked and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Serve: Once cooked, serve the cake directly from the crock pot, or gently remove it using a spatula. Optionally, garnish with additional nuts or a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.
This Crock Pot Self-Frosting Chocolate Cake is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy days or when you want a fuss-free dessert. Enjoy the moist chocolatey goodness with its own built-in frosting, sure to delight both kids and adults alike!
