Ho Ho Cake

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Servings: 12 servings Difficulty: Advanced
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A classic holiday layer cake with chocolate cake, creamy pudding, and rich chocolate frosting.
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Ho Ho Cake

Author: chefs-mate Cooking Method: Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12 servings Calories: 1832.5

Description

This nostalgic Ho Ho Cake is a beloved holiday treat featuring layers of moist chocolate cake, a smooth vanilla pudding center, and a dense, rich chocolate frosting. The combination of textures and flavors creates a decadent dessert that is perfect for Christmas parties, holiday gatherings, or any special occasion where you want to impress guests with a homemade classic. Easy to assemble using a box cake mix for the base, this recipe delivers old-fashioned comfort in every slice. The pudding layer adds a creamy contrast to the firm frosting, making it a uniquely satisfying indulgence.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Whisk cornstarch and milk together in a small saucepan.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and boils.
  3. Remove from heat and let the pudding cool to room temperature.
  4. Preheat oven to temperature specified on cake mix box.
  5. Prepare chocolate cake mix according to package directions for a 9x13 inch pan.
  6. Bake cake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. While the cake bakes, cream sugar, shortening, and softened butter in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  8. Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla and the cooled milk mixture into the creamed butter mixture.
  9. Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the warm cake immediately after removing it from the oven.
  10. Let the cake cool completely to room temperature.
  11. Combine melted butter and cocoa powder in a medium bowl; mix well.
  12. Add confectioner's sugar, egg, hot water, and remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla to the cocoa mixture.
  13. Beat the frosting until smooth and creamy.
  14. Pour the chocolate frosting over the cooled, frosted cake, spreading evenly.
  15. Refrigerate the cake until the frosting is set, about 1 to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1832.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 87.0g134%
Saturated Fat 45.5g228%
Cholesterol 176.8mg59%
Sodium 3583.1mg150%
Total Carbohydrate 270.2g91%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
Sugars 253.3g
Protein 5.6g12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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