Viral Lazy Cat Choco Crunch Cake Recipe
This viral Lazy Cat Choco Crunch Cake combines a soft, chocolate-soaked cake base with a rich, creamy filling, topped with silky chocolate ganache and a crispy chocolate crunch. Perfectly moist and decadently layered, this dessert is irresistible and ideal for chocolate lovers looking for an easy yet impressive treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Cake Layer
- Chocolate cake mix (or storebought chocolate cake)
- Chocolate milk (for soaking the cake)
Cream Layer
- Dream Whip (or substitute: heavy whipping cream + powdered sugar)
- Cream cheese, softened
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Heavy whipping cream
Crunchy Chocolate Layer
- Crispy rice cereal (Rice Krispies or Cocoa Krispies)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Melted chocolate (semisweet or milk chocolate)
Chocolate Ganache
- Heavy whipping cream
- Chocolate chips (semisweet or milk chocolate)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Layer: Bake the chocolate cake according to package instructions or use a store-bought cake. Once cooled, slice it and layer it evenly in a 9×9-inch glass dish. Pour chocolate milk evenly over the cake to soak it, ensuring it absorbs well but doesn’t become soggy.
- Make the Cream Layer: Whip Dream Whip (or heavy cream with powdered sugar) together with softened cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and additional heavy cream until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Spread this evenly over the soaked cake layer.
- Make the Chocolate Ganache: Warm the heavy whipping cream gently until hot but not boiling. Pour the warm cream over the chocolate chips and let it sit for about a minute. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and you have a smooth, glossy ganache.
- Make the Crunchy Chocolate Layer: Combine melted chocolate with crispy rice cereal and unsweetened cocoa powder, mixing thoroughly so the cereal is well coated with chocolate.
- Assemble & Chill: Pour the prepared ganache over the cream layer and then sprinkle the crunchy chocolate mixture evenly on top. Gently press the crunchy layer down to adhere well. Refrigerate the entire cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow layers to set properly and flavors to meld.
Notes
- Don’t Skip the Soak: Pouring chocolate milk over the cake keeps it moist without making it soggy. Let it absorb for a few minutes before adding the cream layer.
- Chill for the Perfect Texture: Refrigerating for at least an hour helps the layers set, making the cake easier to slice and enhancing the flavors.
- Use High-Quality Chocolate: Since chocolate is the star here, opt for good-quality chocolate chips and cocoa powder for a rich, deep flavor.
- Crispy Topping Hack: If you want extra crunch, toast the crispy rice cereal in a dry pan for a minute before mixing it with melted chocolate.
- Make Ahead Friendly: This cake gets even better overnight, so feel free to prepare it a day in advance and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Customize the Layers: Swap Cocoa Krispies for regular Rice Krispies if you want a milder chocolate flavor or mix in crushed nuts for extra texture.
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