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    Home » Recipes

    Slow Cooker Chocolate Cake

    Published: Mar 11, 2023 · Modified: Jun 14, 2023 by Alison · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Slow Cooker Chocolate Cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion! This foolproof recipe yields a moist and flavorful cake that is sure to please everyone.

    slow cooker chocolate cake

    Who doesn’t love a delicious, moist cake that requires almost no effort? That’s exactly what you’ll get when you make this recipe!

    Busy nights are no match for the slow cooker, which takes care of everything while you go about your day. No time to cook? No problem!

    You might be surprised to learn that a cake can be made in a slow cooker, but trust us, it’s both possible and incredibly delicious. Whenever we’re in the mood for something sweet, we add this dessert to the menu. It’s the perfect “dump and forget” treat that everyone loves.

    This recipe is especially great for warmer months when you want to avoid turning on your oven and heating up your house. After just a few hours, your cake will be perfectly done, super moist, and chocolatey. We like to top ours with a dollop of whipped cream and enjoy it after dinner.

    how to make chocolate cake in a slow cooker

    Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    • It’s versatile – you can easily change it up with different cake flavors, add ins and toppings!
    • Moist & fudgey – thanks to the slow cooking process.
    • Easy to make – no special skills required to make this delicious cake.

    What You Need

    • Devil’s food cake mix
    • Chocolate pudding mix
    • Vegetable oil
    • Chocolate chips
    • Light sour cream
    • Water
    • Eggs

    Recipe Variations

    There are endless ways to customize this chocolate cake recipe to suit your taste. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

    • Use a different type of chocolate chips in the cake for a different flavor such as dark chocolate, or white chocolate.
    • For a different shaped cake, use a round or square slow cooker.
    • Stir in some chopped nuts, such as almonds, pecans, or walnuts.
    • Top the cake with whipped cream instead of frosting.
    • For a festive touch, top the cake with Halloween sprinkles or Christmas sprinkles.

    How to Make Slow Cooker Chocolate Cake

    1. Add all ingredients to a large mixing bowl and mix together with a large spoon or whisk.
    2. Lightly grease a 4-6 quart slow cooker. Pour batter into slow cooker.
    3. Cover and cook on low heat for about 2-3.5 hours (check on it at the 1 hour mark) or until toothpick comes clean when inserted in the middle.
    4. Serve warm, topped with your favorite frosting, whipped cream or ice cream!

    Recipe Tips

    • Make sure to mix by hand and not a mixer for best results.
    • Do not cook on high! Cook on low only to avoid burning the cake.
    • Time to cook will vary depending on what size slow cooker you use.
    • Be careful not to overfill the slow cooker. The cake batter should only fill it about half way up the sides of the pot.
    • Cover the slow cooker with a lid during cooking. This will help trap in heat and moisture, ensuring a moist and delicious cake.
    • Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving.
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    FAQs

    Can I make this cake ahead of time?

    Yes, you can make the cake ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    Can I make this cake in a regular oven?

    Yes, you can! Just bake it at 350 degrees F for about 20-30 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean when inserted in the middle of the cake.

    More Slow Cooker Desserts & Snacks

    • Crock Pot Candy
    • Slow Cooker Chex Mix

    Recipe

    Slow Cooker Chocolate Cake

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    Slow Cooker Chocolate Cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion! This foolproof recipe yields a moist and flavorful cake that is sure to please everyone.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 2 hours hrs
    Total Time 2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
    Course Desserts
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 -10 servings
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    Ingredients
      

    • 1 box devil’s food cake mix
    • 1 3.3oz package chocolate pudding mix
    • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
    • 1 cup chocolate chips
    • 1 cup light sour cream
    • 1 cup water
    • 4 eggs

    Instructions
     

    • Add all ingredients to a large mixing bowl and mix together by hand with a large spoon or whisk.
    • Lightly grease a 4-6 quart slow cooker. Pour batter into slow cooker.
    • Cover and cook on low heat for about 2-3.5 hours (check on it at the 1 hour mark) or until toothpick comes clean when inserted in the middle.
    • Serve warm, topped with your favorite frosting, whipped cream or ice cream!

    Notes

  • Make sure to mix by hand and not a mixer for best results.
  • Do not cook on high! Cook on low only to avoid burning the cake.
  • Time to cook will vary depending on what size slow cooker you use.
  • Be careful not to overfill the slow cooker. The cake batter should only fill it about half way up the sides of the pot.
  • Cover the slow cooker with a lid during cooking. This will help trap in heat and moisture, ensuring a moist and delicious cake.
  • Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving.
  • Nutrition Disclosure

    Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.

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