Decadent Chocolate Cake With Silky Frosting

Indulge in the luxurious taste of this dreamy chocolate cake with a smooth and creamy frosting that will melt in your mouth.

Ingredients

1	(18 ounce) box chocolate cake mix
5	5 ounces chocolate instant pudding
1	cup 1 cup sour cream
1	cup 1 cup oil
½	cup ½ cup warm milk
4	4 eggs
1	cup 1 cup mini chocolate chip
3 ½	tablespoons 3 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
2	2 cups milk
1	cup 1 cup margarine
1	cup 1 cup butter
2	2 cups white sugar
1	teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

• 1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cake ingredients by hand, ensuring not to use an electric mixer.
  2. Pour the batter into a well-prepared 9x13 baking pan.
  3. Bake at 350°F for 40-45 minutes or until perfectly done.
  4. Meanwhile, in a deep glass mixing bowl, whisk the cornstarch into the cold milk.
  5. Heat the mixture in the microwave on medium-high heat, whisking frequently until it comes to a gentle boil.
  6. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens, then set it aside to cool.
  7. It's crucial that the gel-like mixture is soft enough to be spooned but firm enough not to be pourable. If overcooked, simply whisk in a little warm milk until smooth.
  8. In a separate bowl, beat the margarine, butter, sugar, and vanilla until creamy and smooth.
  9. Add the cooled gel mixture to the bowl and beat until the frosting becomes properly set.
  10. Frost the completely cooled cake, garnish with almonds, and optionally drizzle with melted chocolate for an extra touch of elegance.

Jul 20, 2024