Ingredients
– 1 box chocolate cake mix
– 1 cup water
– 1/2 cup vegetable oil
– 3 large eggs
– 1 cup chocolate chips
– 1 cup caramel sauce
– 1 cup pecans, chopped
– 1 cup whipped cream (for topping)
– Optional: additional chocolate syrup for drizzling
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowl
– Electric mixer or whisk
– 9×13 inch baking pan
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Spatula
– Cooling rack
– Saucepan (for caramel sauce, if making from scratch)
– Piping bag or zip-top bag (for whipped cream, optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In my kitchen, this is always the first step because there’s nothing better than the warm smell of baked goods wafting through the air! In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix well until everything is blended – I like to use my electric mixer for a smooth and fluffy batter. Pour this delightful mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan and bake it for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Don’t forget to let it cool for a few minutes after it comes out of the oven! (See the next page below to continue steps…)