Ingredients and Weight:
- Chocolate cake mix (1 box, 18.25 oz)
- Eggs (2 large)
- Water (1 cup)
- Vegetable oil (1/2 cup)
- Chocolate frosting (1 tub, 16 oz)
- Whipped cream (1 cup)
- Chocolate chips (1/2 cup)
- Candy canes (10)
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, water, and oil. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds, then increase to medium speed and beat for 2 minutes.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cake cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cake is cool, trim off the edges to make it rectangular. Cut cake in half lengthwise.
- Spread half of the chocolate frosting over one half of the cake. Top with whipped cream and chocolate chips.
- Place the other half of the cake on top. Frost the outside of the cake with the remaining chocolate frosting. Use a fork to create a "bark" texture.
- Decorate with candy canes to resemble logs.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 270 per slice
- Fat: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Protein: 3 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chocolaty
- Moist and fluffy
- Festive and whimsical
User Comments:
- "This was the perfect dessert for our Christmas celebration! It was easy to make and looked so impressive."
- "The cake was moist and the frosting was delicious. I loved the addition of the candy canes."
- "I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique presentation."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to let the cake cool completely before frosting, otherwise the frosting will melt.
- If you don't have chocolate frosting, you can make your own by combining 1 cup of melted chocolate with 1/2 cup of softened butter and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar.
- To make the candy canes stand up, cut them into smaller pieces and insert them into the cake at an angle.
