🍫 Nestlé Toll House Death by Chocolate Cake 🍰

Nestlé Toll House Death by Chocolate Cake is an ultra-rich chocolate lover’s dream—deep chocolate cake layers loaded with chocolate chips, finished with a silky chocolate frosting or ganache. It’s decadent, moist, and perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any serious chocolate craving.

Recipe Overview

• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Bake Time: 30–35 minutes
• Cooling & Decorating: 45 minutes
• Total Time: About 2 hours
• Servings: 12–16

Ingredients

Chocolate Cake

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1½ teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup hot coffee (or hot water)
• 1½ cups Nestlé Toll House semi-sweet chocolate chips

Chocolate Frosting

• 1½ cups unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 5–6 cups powdered sugar
• ⅔ cup heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

Chocolate Ganache (Optional Extra Decadence)

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Cake Batter

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together:
   • Flour
   • Sugar
   • Cocoa powder
   • Baking powder
   • Baking soda
   • Salt
4. Add:
   • Eggs
   • Buttermilk
   • Oil
   • Vanilla

Mix until combined.

5. Slowly add hot coffee and stir until smooth.
6. Fold in chocolate chips.

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2. Bake the Cake

• Divide batter evenly between pans.
• Bake for 30–35 minutes.
• A toothpick inserted in the center should come out with a few moist crumbs.
• Cool completely before frosting.

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3. Make the Chocolate Frosting

1. Beat butter until creamy.
2. Add cocoa powder and mix.
3. Slowly add powdered sugar and cream.
4. Add vanilla and salt.
5. Beat until fluffy and smooth.

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4. Assemble the Cake

1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
2. Spread a thick layer of frosting.
3. Add the second cake layer.
4. Frost the top and sides.
5. Sprinkle with chocolate chips if desired.

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5. Add Chocolate Ganache (Optional)

1. Heat cream until just simmering.
2. Pour over chocolate chips.
3. Let sit 2 minutes, then stir until glossy.
4. Drizzle over the cake for a dramatic chocolate finish.

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Decorating Ideas 🍫

Top with:

• Nestlé Toll House chocolate chips
• Chocolate curls
• Chocolate shavings
• Mini chocolate bars
• Whipped cream swirls
• Fresh raspberries or strawberries

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Tips for the Best Chocolate Cake

• ☕ Coffee enhances chocolate flavor without making the cake taste like coffee.
• Don’t overmix after adding flour—this keeps the cake tender.
• Let cakes cool fully before frosting to prevent melting.
• For extra richness, add a layer of chocolate ganache between the cake layers.

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Storage

• Room Temperature: Up to 2 days covered.
• Refrigerator: Up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze unfrosted cake layers for up to 3 months.

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Approximate Nutrition (Per Slice)

• Calories: 650
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbohydrates: 82 g
• Fat: 34 g
• Sugar: 60 g

Variations

🍫 Triple Chocolate Version: Add cocoa powder, chocolate chips, and ganache.
🍪 Toll House Cookie Cake Style: Add crushed chocolate chip cookies between layers.
🥜 Chocolate Peanut Butter: Add peanut butter frosting and chocolate drizzle.
☕ Mocha Version: Add espresso powder to the batter and frosting.

This Death by Chocolate Cake is everything a chocolate dessert should be—moist, rich, fudgy, and overflowing with chocolate in every bite. 🍫🍰