Chocolate Brownie Cake

This is the ultimate death by chocolate brownie cake!!! 💖If you’re a lover of chocolate like me, you don’t want to miss out on this easy chocolate brownie cake from scratch.

Even if you’re a novice baker, this homemade chocolate brownie cake dessert is perfect as an after-dinner snack or even for a special occasion, such as a family gathering or birthday party! If your household loves chocolate on chocolate, this one’s for you!

Not only is this chocolate brownie cake recipe perfect for new bakers, it’s simple and straightforward. You’ll likely have most of the ingredients in your pantry, or you can find them at a local grocery store near you. If you have a craving for something chocolatey and sweet, you can’t go wrong with this old fashioned chocolate brownie cake recipe. Hands down, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite. Best of all, it’s of course, kid-tested and approved!

Dessert lovers, this chocolate brownie cake is for you. You can bake this cake at any time and you’ll love the results. I promise, this recipe is a surefire winner, whether you’re serving it after dinner or taking it to a potluck at work!

It’s just so good, you’ll wonder how you’ll be able to keep any to serve as leftovers!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• It’s super quick! This chocolate brownie cake with frosting can be prepared in as little as just 10 minutes. You’ll have the perfect chocolate cake in under an hour.
• Uses prepackaged mixes–this will save you time so you can spend more time enjoying this cake, rather than sourcing individual ingredients.
• It’s extremely versatile–add your own toppings or mix-ins, depending on what you and your family are craving.
• It’s budget-friendly and delivers high-end chocolatey goodness. If you’ve been on the hunt for moist chocolate brownie cake ideas, stop here and read on!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 55 minutes

Servings: 12

Ingredients:

For the cake:

1 Box Fudge brownie mix

1 Box Chocolate cake mix

4 large eggs

1 C. Oil

1 ¼ C. Water

For the glaze:

1 C. Heavy whipping cream

1 Bag Semi-sweet chocolate chips

Optional: pecans for topping

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

Fudge brownie mix and chocolate cake mix: It’s highly recommended to use a pre-made fudge brownie and chocolate cake mix. However, if you want to make this chocolate brownie cake with frosting from scratch, you may want to check out another from-scratch recipe, or try our Tuxedo cake!

Heavy whipping cream: Heavy whipping cream makes this brownie cake decadent. If you do not have heavy whipping cream, you can substitute it for whole milk. Keep in mind, doing so may change the texture of the cake slightly. The heavy cream adds a richness that simply cannot be beat when baking chocolate brownie cake at home.

Semi-sweet chocolate chips: Swap the semi-sweet chocolate chips for milk chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips. If you want a chocolate chip that’s lower in sugar and carbohydrates, try a brand such as Lily’s!

Optional pecans for topping: Adding chopped pecans is optional. If you prefer almond slivers or even chopped shelled pistachios or walnuts, you can do this as well.

How to Make It

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare your ingredients while your oven is preheating to save time.

Step 2. Add the ingredients for the cake into a mixing bowl. Mix and blend on high until smooth and creamy. If you don’t have an electric mixer, you can use your hands–though this may require a bit of strength and some extra time.

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Step 3. Add the ingredients to a well-greased bundt pan and bake for 55 minutes.

Step 4. Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes once it’s baked through. Turn it over onto a plate or serving tray.

Step 5. Bring the cream to a boil over medium heat on the stove. Keep the stove on medium to prevent the burning of the cream.

Step 6. Remove the cream from the heat and stir in the chocolate chips until they’re completely smooth and melted.

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Step 7. Pour the chocolate glaze over the cake before serving.

Enjoy!

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Tips for Success

Use prepackaged brownie and cake mixes that align with your preferences to expedite the prep time of this recipe.

Add your favorite chocolate or peanut butter chips to create a flavor that’s uniquely your own.

Use heavy whipping cream for a luxurious, creamy cake texture.

Storage & Reheating

Thankfully, you can absolutely store and enjoy this brownie cake at a later time. Afterall, it’s extremely decadent and filling! Store individual peces of this brownie cake in airtight containers in your fridge for up to 4 days after baking. If you prefer freezing the cake, you can do so in Tupperware or freezer-safe airtight containers for up to 3 months.

There is no need to reheat this cake. However, if you do prefer it served warm, you can heat it in the microwave for 20 to 30 seconds, per serving. Be careful not to overheat and melt the cake!

Serving Suggestions

Anytime I make this chocolate brownie cake, I love to do so with a side of ice cream! Some of my favorite pairings include chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream, rum raisin ice cream, and even mint chocolate chip ice cream. I just can’t get enough! Also, if you’re feeling extra creative and inventive, try your hand at a chocolate chip ice cream cookie sandwich. Absolute chocolate heaven!

Notes

This recipe is for everyone who loves chocolate and has a craving for brownie cake. Even if you’re not familiar with baking, this is a go-to recipe you must save for a decadent treat when the cravings come knocking!

Chocolate Brownie Cake

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 55 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour 5 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

3.96 from 22 votes

Review Recipe

Ingredients 

For the cake:

• 1 Box Fudge brownie mix
• 1 Box Chocolate cake mix
• 4 Large eggs
• 1 C. Oil
• 1 ¼ C. Water

For the glaze:

• 1 C. Heavy whipping cream
• 1 Bag Semi sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
• Add the ingredients for the cake into a mixing bowl, and blend on high until smooth and creamy.
• Add the ingredients to a well-greased bundt pan and bake for 55 minutes.
• Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes, and turn it over onto a plate or serving tray.
• Bring the cream to a boil over medium heat on the stove.
• Remove the cream from the heat, stir in the chocolate chips until completely melted and smooth.
• Pour the glaze over the cake before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 302kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 88mg | Sodium: 63mg | Sugar: 3g

Author: Laura