Put raw boxed chocolate cake mix in a slow cooker with these 3 ingredients. It’s the ultimate winter comfort dessert.

 

Forget preheating the oven! This is the easiest, coziest, most decadent chocolate dessert you'll make all winter. With just a boxed mix and three simple ingredients, your slow cooker does all the work, transforming them into a warm, gooey, chocolate-lover's dream. It’s the ultimate comfort dessert that makes your house smell incredible.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 2-3 hours
Serves: 6-8

🧾 Ingredients

• 1 box (approx. 15 oz) chocolate cake mix

• 1 package (3.4 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix

• 2 cups milk

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

• Non-stick cooking spray

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Generously spray the inside of your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.

2. Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk the dry cake mix and dry pudding mix together. This prevents lumps. Pour in the milk and stir until you have a smooth, thick batter.

3. Cook: Pour the batter into the prepared slow cooker. Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the top.

4. Slow Cook to Perfection: Cover with the lid and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours. The cake is done when the edges are set and look cake-like, but the center is still slightly soft and gooey. (Avoid overcooking if you want that lava cake texture!).

5. Serve: Let the cake sit in the turned-off slow cooker with the lid off for about 10 minutes. Then, scoop it warm directly into bowls.

🌟 Chef's Notes & Tasty Variations

• Pro Tip: For the ultimate experience, serve this cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. The contrast of cold cream and warm chocolate is heavenly.

• Flavor Upgrades:

  • Extra Rich: Use dark chocolate chips or a dark chocolate cake mix.

  • Mocha Twist: Add a teaspoon of instant espresso powder to the dry ingredients to deepen the chocolate flavor.

  • Classic Combo: Stir in a teaspoon of vanilla extract into the batter.

• Add-Ins:

  • For a nutty crunch, fold ½ cup of chopped walnuts or pecans into the batter along with the chocolate chips.

  • Make it festive by topping with colorful sprinkles right after cooking.

• Important: All slow cookers vary in temperature. Start checking at the 2-hour mark to find your perfect cook time for a gooey center.