Mexican Chocolate Cake

Mexican Chocolate Cake
110 min.
15
294kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a delightful twist on a classic dessert: the Mexican Chocolate Cake. This rich and moist cake combines the beloved flavors of traditional devil's food cake with a hint of warm cinnamon, creating a unique and irresistible treat that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of taste.

Imagine the aroma of chocolate mingling with the spicy notes of cinnamon wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this delectable dessert. The cake is easy to make, thanks to the convenience of a boxed cake mix, yet it feels special enough for birthdays, holidays, or just a cozy night in. The crowning glory of this cake is its luscious caramel frosting, made from scratch, which adds a rich, buttery sweetness that perfectly complements the chocolate base.

With a total preparation time of just 110 minutes, you can whip up this showstopper with minimal effort. Each slice is a delightful balance of flavors and textures, making it a crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults alike. Whether you serve it at a family gathering or enjoy it as a personal treat, this Mexican Chocolate Cake is sure to become a cherished recipe in your dessert repertoire. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress with this scrumptious creation!

Ingredients

  • box duncan hines devil's food cake 
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 0.8 cup granulated sugar 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • tablespoons milk 
  • cups powdered sugar 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F (325F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease or spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan. Make cake mix as directed on box--except add cinnamon to cake mix.
  2. Pour into pan.
  3. Bake as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  4. In 2-quart heavy saucepan, heat granulated sugar over medium-low heat 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly with wooden spoon and watching carefully, until sugar begins to melt. As sugar begins to melt, stir with wooden spoon until sugar is melted and golden brown. (Sugar becomes very hot and could melt a plastic spoon.)
  5. Remove from heat; carefully stir in butter and 1 tablespoon of the milk (mixture will become lumpy). Return to medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth. Cool 5 minutes.
  6. Add powdered sugar to caramel mixture; beat with electric mixer on low speed until well combined.
  7. Add 3 tablespoons milk, mixing until frosting is glossy and spreadable. If necessary, add up to 1 tablespoon more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time.
  8. Spread frosting over cake. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories294kcal
Protein2.45%
Fat25.63%
Carbs71.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.87
Glycemic Load
7.06
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.08434783805%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:294.02kcal
14.7%
Fat:8.75g
13.45%
Saturated Fat:3.61g
22.55%
Carbohydrates:55.23g
18.41%
Net Carbohydrates:54.47g
19.81%
Sugar:44.68g
49.65%
Cholesterol:11.33mg
3.78%
Sodium:272.15mg
11.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:3.17mg
1.06%
Protein:1.88g
3.76%
Phosphorus:83.1mg
8.31%
Iron:1.33mg
7.38%
Copper:0.12mg
5.9%
Selenium:3.91µg
5.58%
Calcium:51.01mg
5.1%
Folate:18.02µg
4.5%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.45%
Magnesium:14.2mg
3.55%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.52%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.43%
Fiber:0.76g
3.05%
Potassium:103.51mg
2.96%
Vitamin E:0.44mg
2.95%
Vitamin A:133.8IU
2.68%
Vitamin B3:0.47mg
2.34%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.71%
Vitamin K:1.5µg
1.43%