MAKEOVER CRUMB-TOPPED CHOCOLATE CAKE

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This chocolate cake is very sweet, chocolaty, and definitely a special dessert. -Sharon Anderson, Lyons, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup plus 5 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cake flour
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups buttermilk
1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips
2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat 1/4 cup butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in applesauce and vanilla. Combine the flours, cocoa, baking soda and salt; add to butter mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Transfer to two 9-in. round baking pans coated with cooking spray., Combine the graham cracker crumbs, walnuts, chocolate chips and remaining butter. Break into small pieces; sprinkle evenly over batter., Bake at 375° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Spread whipped topping between layers and over sides of cake, leaving the crumb top exposed. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 336mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Nomi Murshid
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This cake was a little too sweet for me, but I think that's just a matter of personal preference.


TheWeakley Family
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.


Al-amin Sagor
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This cake was a bit dry for my taste, but the crumb topping was delicious.


Bobbi Allen
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


NirloX
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This is my new favorite chocolate cake recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly.


Irene Mbugua
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This cake was the perfect ending to our dinner party. It was rich and decadent, and everyone loved it.


Juliy Wekesa
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I'm not a big baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great!


King Meon
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This cake was a little too sweet for me, but I think that's just a matter of personal preference.


Md Anwor
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.


Muhammad Noman Jutt
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This cake was a bit dry for my taste, but the crumb topping was delicious.


Zuer l Fake acc
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


MUHAMMAD JAMSHAID
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The crumb topping was a nice addition.


Mdsujon Mia
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but I really enjoyed this one. The crumb topping was the perfect touch.


Saeed Shabir
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This is the best chocolate cake I've ever had! The crumb topping is amazing and the cake itself is so moist and rich.


Zelwan Shwany
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was gone in minutes! Everyone raved about how moist and delicious it was.


Jack Foley
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This cake was a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it.


Ashecka Mason
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a little more chocolate chips to the batter.


BLESSED PRINX COSMETICS
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This is my new go-to chocolate cake recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly.


Tk Tuhin khan
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I made this cake for a friend's birthday and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, especially the crumb topping.


Kirsty Webb
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This chocolate cake was a hit with my family! The crumb topping was the perfect balance of sweet and crunchy, and the cake itself was moist and rich. I'll definitely be making this again.