Easy Chocolate Sauce Cake

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover’s dream with this Easy Chocolate Sauce Cake—a moist, rich, and decadently simple dessert perfect for any occasion. This one-pan wonder combines a light yet luscious cocoa-infused cake with an irresistibly smooth homemade chocolate sauce that seeps into every bite. Ideal for beginners and advanced bakers alike, the recipe uses pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and sweetened condensed milk, making it as convenient as it is delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep and a unique technique of poking holes into the baked cake to infuse it with velvety chocolate sauce, this treat is as fun to make as it is to eat. Serve it chilled or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate crowd-pleasing dessert experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 0.5 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup dark chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix with a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until smooth.

Step 4

Slowly add the boiling water while mixing on low speed. The batter will be thin; this is normal.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.

Step 6

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

While the cake is baking, prepare the chocolate sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the sweetened condensed milk, dark chocolate chips, and butter.

Step 8

Stir frequently until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 9

Once the cake is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

Step 10

Using a skewer or the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the surface of the cake.

Step 11

Pour the chocolate sauce evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.

Step 12

Let the cake cool completely to room temperature before serving. For best results, refrigerate for 1-2 hours to set the chocolate sauce.

Step 13

Slice into squares and serve as is or with whipped cream, ice cream, or fresh fruit.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1613.6 grams (1613.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4830

Total Fat 232.80g	298%
Saturated Fat 85.20g	426%
Polyunsaturated Fat 68.00g
Cholesterol 515mg	172%
Sodium 2918mg	127%
Total Carbohydrate 664.30g	242%
Dietary Fiber 20.90g	75%
Total Sugars 492.20g
Protein 67.40g	135%

Vitamin D 202IU	1007%
Calcium 980mg	75%
Iron 26mg	147%
Potassium 2565mg	55%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.7%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 52.9%