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Drunken Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake

Drunken Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake

This indulgent chocolate covered strawberry cake combines the rich flavors of chocolate cake and creamy frosting with a delightful twist of Baileys. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat anytime!
Prep Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Course Cake
Cuisine American
Servings 16 servings
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Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • oven
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients:

  • 1 box Duncan Hines devil's food cake mix (10.5 oz)
  • 1 package chocolate instant pudding mix (3.9 oz)
  • 1/3 cup canola oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup water

Jell-O Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups water (for Jell-O)
  • 3 oz strawberry Jell-O
  • 12 oz Baileys strawberry and cream liquor (substitute with soda for non-alcoholic)

Frosting Ingredients:

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 7 oz marshmallow creme
  • 1 package chocolate fudge instant pudding mix (3.9 oz)
  • 8 oz Cool Whip thawed
  • Fresh strawberries for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F. In a sizable mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, pudding mix, canola oil, eggs, and water. Mix on low speed until blended, about half a minute.

For the Cake:

  • Increase the mixer speed to medium and continue mixing for an additional two minutes to achieve a smooth batter.
  • Pour the prepared batter into a 9x13 inch baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes.
  • While the cake bakes, prepare the Jell-O. Boil 1 1/2 cups of water, then dissolve in the strawberry Jell-O, stirring until completely mixed.
  • Mix in the Baileys strawberry and cream liquor. For a non-alcoholic version, replace it with strawberry or red cream soda.
  • Once the cake comes out of the oven, use a fork to poke numerous holes in the top.
  • Pour the Jell-O mixture over the warm cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes.
  • Refrigerate the cake for at least one hour to cool down.

For the Frosting:

  • After the cake has cooled, prepare the frosting by blending the softened cream cheese, marshmallow creme, and chocolate fudge pudding mix until smooth.
  • Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip until well combined and creamy.
  • Spread the frosting evenly on the cooled cake, and if desired, garnish with fresh strawberries.