BILL KNAPP CHOCOLATE CAKE

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Birthday gatherings at Bill Knapp's restaurants were a real treat-free chocolate cake. Topped with vanilla ice cream and what a heavenly delight!

Provided by Catherine Thompson Floyd

Categories     Chocolate

Number Of Ingredients 8

18 oz devil's food cake mix
1 1/2 c warm water
2 eggs
TOPPING/ICING
1/2 c butter
12 oz chocolate chips, semisweet
14 oz sweetened condensed milk
14 oz light corn syrup

Steps:

  • 1. Beat cake mix, water and eggs with electric mixer for 1 minute at low speed. Scrape bowl. Continue to beat for 3 more minutes or more on high until smooth. Pour into prepared cake pans, bake according to pkg directions until toothpick tests clean in center or at 325 degrees for 20-25 minutes.
  • 2. While cake is baking, prepare topping. In top of double boiler, over simmering water, combine butter, chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk and corn syrup. Cook over simmering water stirring occasionally until smooth, about 20 to 30 minutes. Remove from heat. Beat with electric mixer until smooth.
  • 3. Frost cake layers.
  • 4. Variations to this cake: milk chocolate chips instead of semisweet chocolate chips. Bake cake in 9 X 13 in. pan for 30-35 minutes, cut into squares and pour on topping. Can heat topping in microwave a serving at a time. Stores in refrigerator for a few months if kept tightly closed.

Halimaa Andi
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I've been making this cake for years, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect chocolate cake recipe.


Fredrick Ouma
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This cake is the perfect way to satisfy my sweet tooth. It's rich and decadent, but it's not too heavy.


Jamall Lovanice
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This cake is always a hit at my parties. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


makanjuola tolulope
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I was so nervous to make this cake, but it turned out so well! I'm so glad I gave it a try.


ConnorsBeamed Accs
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This cake is my idea of chocolate heaven. It's so rich and decadent, I can't get enough of it.


Brandon Castro
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I love that this recipe uses healthier ingredients, but it still tastes just as good as a traditional chocolate cake.


Gail Ross
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This cake is my go-to dessert when I'm short on time. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly.


Awais Shehzad
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This cake is a game-changer for me. I've been gluten-free for years, and I've finally found a chocolate cake that I can enjoy.


Ellienna Peterson
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I've tried so many chocolate cake recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. It's the perfect balance of chocolate and sweetness.


Tayyab Kaleem
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This cake is the perfect way to satisfy my sweet tooth. It's rich and decadent, but it's not too heavy.


ladlaa gujjar
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This cake is always a crowd-pleaser. I make it for every party I host, and it's always a hit.


Barkat Ali Barkat Ali
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I'm a beginner baker, and this recipe was so easy to follow. I was so proud of myself when my cake turned out perfectly!


Nokubongwa Langa
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This cake is everything I've ever wanted in a chocolate cake. It's rich, moist, and has the perfect amount of sweetness.


Paramu Paramu
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I love that this recipe uses healthier ingredients like almond flour and coconut sugar. It's still indulgent, but I don't feel guilty eating it.


Ayan Hasan Sagor
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This cake was a lifesaver! I needed a quick and easy dessert for a potluck, and this one fit the bill perfectly.


Majed Boudriga
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I'm so grateful for this recipe! I've been looking for a gluten-free chocolate cake that actually tastes good, and this one is perfect.


Summa Hope
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! It was so easy to make and it tasted amazing.


erik home
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Wow! This cake was a hit at my party. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Mostakin Islam
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This cake turned out so moist and rich, with the perfect chocolate flavor! I'm so glad I tried this recipe.