This delectable Chocolate Fudge Brownie Cake is the easiest chocolate cake I have ever made! I bake it for every occasion, including holidays! We will be bringing it to parties (instructions on how to transport this cake below!) with my famous Cookie Recipes like my Sugar Cookie Recipe! (And don’t miss my 50 Best Cake Recipes!)
Chocolate Brownie Cake
My friend and I were talking about cake a few days ago. We both kind of get a kick out the uproar concerning “box mix” in the great cake debate.
She told me, “I am going to do cake mix for my next three recipes.” I think it stemmed from an incident on her facebook page where someone had gotten quite upset about her use of a box mix. She never backed down from controversy and I love that about her! When I came across this recipe of Granny’s I knew I had to make it. Not only was it a box of cake mix, but a box of brownie mix! I can’t think of anything more scandalous.
How to Make Chocolate Brownie Cake
Make sure you ONLY add the ingredients on the ingredient list. Do not follow the directions on the box mix.
Try to sift the cake mix and brownie mix into my bowl to avoid lumps.
This is a lot of ganache! If you don’t want to use all of it on your cake, feel free to save it for ice cream or other delectable treats!
This cake takes just moments to put together and tastes pretty darn great. The crumb is fine and the texture is smooth. I love the semi-sweet chocolate ganache but if you prefer milk chocolate feel free to substitute.
If you are looking for a from-scratch Chocolate Cake I recommend this one. Don’t forget my highly rated Brownie Recipe!
How To Transport Cake
Chill your cake before transport. I will place mine in the fridge overnight or in the freezer for a few hours before it goes in the car. A firm cake slides less and can handle more bumps and turns than a freshly baked cake does.
Of course, there is always the option of a cake carrier. Just plan ahead if this is your chosen method of transport, as there is a certain height the cake needs to be to fit in the box. I have run into issue with just a 2-layer cake that has piped dollops on top getting squished in a cake carrier. You can find extra tall cake carriers online if you know you love piping and decorating!
Lots of folks use boxes for their cakes and this is a good idea for long trips. My tips for that are; make sure the box is big enough, line the box with shelf liner, and don’t forget UNDER the box! A great trick for that is a yoga mat right under the box.
My favorite trick is to set the cake inside a springform pan. This works best for cakes that are on plates or patters. I get my 12-inch round springform pan, set the cake inside, and then set the springform pan on shelf liner on a flat surface in my vehicle. (Usually, the back or the floor, seats are too curved) When you arrive at the event you simply carry in the springform pan then remove the outer edge! This has worked brilliantly more times than I can count.
Quick note: Cakes travel best in a cool environment, so bundle up extra if it’s a long car ride. If your interior temperature is too warm, the frosting could melt and slide down the cake. You can also place ice packs around the base of a box if you chose the box method.
If you are able, bring along a “repair kit”. Extra frosting, the piping tip you used, small offset spatula, or any tools you used when decorating the cake. If you get any cracks or bulges they can be easily fixed!
Looking for More Chocolate Desserts?
Zucchini Double Chocolate Cake
Beyond easy but definitely impressive!
- 1 box chocolate cake mix, both 15 ounce and 18.5 ounce work
- 1 box (18.3 ounces) fudge brownie mix,
- 4 eggs, room temperature
- 1 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 bag (12 ounces) semi sweet chocolate morsels
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Heat oven to 350°F. Prepare a bundt pan with bakers spray or use the butter/flour method.
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Combine first five ingredients in a large bowl and whisk for 2 minutes or until lumps are mostly gone.
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Pour batter into prepared bundt pan and bake for 50-55 minutes.
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When done baking, remove cake and allow to cool in pan for up to five minutes. Carefully turn cake out onto a cooling rack and cool for 30 minutes more.
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Place heavy whipping cream in a large microwave safe bowl and heat for about 2 minutes. You want the cream to be just boiling.
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Carefully pour chocolate morsels into cream... it may rise up and bubble and this is ok.
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Let sit for 5 minutes. Whisk the chocolate and cream until shiny and smooth, about 1 minute.
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Pour over cooled cake and serve.
Recipe Video
Looks good – going to try.
Hello,
What size Bundt cake pan am I using for this recipe? I have different sizes and it doesn’t mention it here.
Thanks!
Could u pla tell me the size of bundt pan used
Can you make cupcakes with this recipe?
https://iambaker.net/chocolate-brownie-cupcakes/
This recipe is a big hit at work. I love it
How many mini loaf pans would this make, 4?
Everyone loves this cake and since I’m not having a Christmas party this year, I thought I’d make it in mini loaves.
I have made this cake at least half a dozen times and it is always very well received.
I love this recipe. My family always wants it and ask me to make it again and again!
Like the cake but not the Gamache on it. Will use different icing next time.
I love the ganache with the semi sweet chocolate, but the rest of my family were divided. Half loved it, half hated it next time I will use milk chocolate or white chocolate
Hi! Looks great! I was wondering how cook time would be different if I made this with 8” round pans instead?
Hi, Amber! I work with iambaker and am happy to help with questions. We have not made this in round pans, so I can’t say how the baking time would need to be adjusted. Have a great day!
Hi my name is Pam,I don’t have a bundt pan so I was wondering if I could bake this chocolate brownie cake recipe in a 13×9 cake pan and if I can, how long do I bake it for?
Hi Pam! I haven’t made this in a 9×13 but I have heard it works if the pan is deep. Baking times will be different, keep an eye on it.
Excellent cakes, etc. Very delicious looking. I want to try all of them. Yummy. Thank you 🥰🥰
I love this recipe and it was so easy! I am always looking for simple and easynchronous recipes. Thank you so much
This is an awesome recipe! I’ve made it several times and it’s so good. I use ghiradelli mixes for the rich chocolate in them.
Will white chocolate work for the ganache?
All of these recipes look YUMMY!! Thank You for sharing!!!
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I made this cake today and it is definitely delicious!!
I put pecans on top as they are a favorite of my husband’s