It comes together in the time it takes for the oven to preheat.

This chocolate dump cake is on the short list of recipes that they havent been able to quit.

Use a rubber spatula to stir until the espresso is dissolved.

Overhead view of a baking dish of baked batter for Chocolate Dump Cake recipe on a tan countertop

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Stir until just combined.

Its okay if there are a few dry spots and if the batter isnt completely smooth.

Gently smooth the cake batter into an even layer.

Closeup view of a corner of a baking dish of baked batter with a slice removed for Chocolate Dump Cake recipe on a tan countertop

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Top with the remaining chocolate chips.

Allow the cake to cool slightly, about 5 minutes.

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.

Overhead view of a baking dish after smoothing the cake and pudding mixes and chocolate chips for Chocolate Dump Cake recipe on a tan countertop

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Overhead view of a baking dish after adding the last layer of chocolate chips for Chocolate Dump Cake recipe on a tan countertop

Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm

Overhead view of a baking dish of baked batter for Chocolate Dump Cake recipe on a tan countertop

Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm