Indulge in pure dessert decadence with the "Over the Top Sundae Cake," a show-stopping treat that combines the best of a rich chocolate cake and an over-the-top ice cream sundae. This layered masterpiece boasts moist, cocoa-infused cake layers enveloped in luscious hot fudge sauce and clouds of whipped cream. Adorned with a cascade of decadent chocolate syrup, crunchy crushed peanuts, colorful rainbow sprinkles, and crowned with maraschino cherries, this cake is a visual and flavor extravaganza. Perfect for celebrations or anytime you’re craving something indulgent, this sundae-inspired dessert is as fun to make as it is to eat. Best served chilled, it's a sweet symphony of textures and flavors that will wow any crowd. Keywords: sundae cake, chocolate cake, layered dessert, whipped cream topping, party cake recipe.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin – this is okay.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a thin layer of hot fudge sauce over the top.
Add the second cake layer and spread another thin layer of hot fudge sauce on top.
Generously spread whipped cream over the top and sides of the cake.
Drizzle chocolate syrup over the whipped cream and let it cascade down the sides.
Decorate the top with maraschino cherries, rainbow sprinkles, and crushed peanuts.
Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set.
Slice and serve with extra hot fudge sauce if desired.
Serving size | 1797.8 grams (1797.8g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 5116 |
Total Fat 262.60g | 337% |
Saturated Fat 91.50g | 458% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 68.60g | |
Cholesterol 506mg | 169% |
Sodium 5456mg | 237% |
Total Carbohydrate 674.30g | 245% |
Dietary Fiber 84.80g | 303% |
Total Sugars 308.50g | |
Protein 113.40g | 227% |
Vitamin D 237IU | 1187% |
Calcium 812mg | 62% |
Iron 49mg | 269% |
Potassium 4831mg | 103% |
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