How to Make a Chocolate Cake that’s Heavenly!

Calling all chocoholics!  Here is an easy recipe for a chocolate cake designed for chocolate lovers.  This recipe is so easy even beginning bakers can turn out a perfect cake.  You really must try this Chocolate Cake That’s Heavenly.  This heavenly cake starts with a cake mix but no one would ever guess.  So be sure you throw the box out where no one will see it!  Present your cake and accept all the raves.  Just don’t give away your secret!

CHOCOLATE CAKE THAT’S HEAVENLY

1 pkg (2 layer size) chocolate cake mix (without pudding)
1/2 cup baking cocoa
3 eggs
1 1/3 cups water
1 cup mayo style salad dressing
1 large carton frozen whipped topping, thawed
fresh berries for garnish

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour 2 round (9-inch) cake pans. Line bottoms of pans with waxed paper; set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, stir together the cake mix and cocoa. Add the eggs, water, and salad dressing. Beat with an electric mixer on low speed for 30 seconds, scraping sides of bowl frequently. Increase speed to medium and beat for 2 minutes.

Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans. Immediately remove waxed paper. Cool cakes completely on wire racks.

Place one cake centered on cake plate; top with the frozen whipped topping. Place second cake atop the filling. Using the remaining topping to frost top and sides of cake. Top with some fresh raspberries, or other berries, if desired.

NOTE: For Christmas, break up peppermint candy canes and sprinkle on top and sides of cake or stand canes around the sides.

Enjoy!