Wrapping It Up
So there you have it, my friends – Chocolate Mound Cake, a dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. It’s perfect for any occasion or just because you deserve something sweet and scrumptious. Trust me, once you try it, you’ll understand why it’s a family favorite. Dive into the deliciousness and let me know how it goes – happy baking!
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12
Ingredients: A Symphony of Sweetness
For the Cake
- 1 box: Devil’s Food Cake Mix
Coconut Filling
- 5 1/2 cups: Sweetened Flaked Coconut
- 14 oz: Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 1 1/2 cups: Confectioner’s Sugar
- 1 tsp: Vanilla Extract
Chocolate Icing
- 1 stick: Butter
- 16 oz: Confectioner’s Sugar
- 7 tbsp: Cocoa Powder
- 1/4 cup: Milk
Step-by-Step Instructions: Crafting Your Cake
Baking the Cake
- Prepare a 9×13 pan with parchment paper or non-stick spray.
- Follow the box instructions to bake the Devil’s Food Cake. Ensure all required ingredients are at hand.
Creating the Coconut Filling
- In the last 5 minutes of baking, mix together the sweetened coconut, confectioner’s sugar, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla in a large bowl.
- Once the cake is baked, let it cool for 5 minutes. Then, poke holes across the top using a fork.
- Gently spoon the coconut mixture over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes.
Making the Chocolate Icing
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in the cocoa powder, confectioner’s sugar, and milk.
- Continue stirring until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture attains a hot fudge-like consistency.
- Remove from heat, add vanilla, and then pour the icing over the cake.
Final Touches: Ready to Enjoy!
Let the cake cool down after pouring the chocolate icing over it. This allows the layers to settle and the flavors to meld together, creating a mouthwatering dessert that’s sure to please any crowd.
