If you’re searching for the richest, fudgiest, most indulgent chocolate cake ever created, this Death by Chocolate Bundt Cake will steal your heart from the very first bite. This is not just any chocolate cake — it’s a triple-layered chocolate experience featuring a moist chocolate base, silky chocolate ganache, and extra chocolate chips melting on top.
Every slice is dense, dark, luxurious, and absolutely unforgettable. Whether you’re hosting a party, celebrating a birthday, or just want to treat yourself to something extraordinary, this dessert is guaranteed to impress.
⭐ Why This Chocolate Bundt Cake Is So Popular
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Ultra-moist thanks to pudding mix + sour cream
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A rich, deep chocolate flavor that satisfies every craving
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A glossy chocolate ganache that drips beautifully
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Foolproof — even beginners can achieve bakery-level results
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Perfect for holidays, potlucks, birthdays, and chocolate lovers everywhere
This cake is often nicknamed “House Death – Death by Chocolate” because once you take the first bite, you’ll want another… and another.
🍰 Ingredients You Will Need
For the Chocolate Bundt Cake
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1 box chocolate cake mix
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1 box instant chocolate pudding mix
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1 cup sour cream
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1 cup vegetable oil
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4 large eggs
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½ cup warm water
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1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
For the Chocolate Ganache
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1½ cups chocolate chips
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¾ cup heavy cream
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
STEP 1 — Preheat and Prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and flour a Bundt pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
STEP 2 — Make the Cake Batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine:
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Cake mix
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Pudding mix
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Sour cream
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Vegetable oil
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Eggs
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Warm water
Mix until smooth and velvety.
Fold in 1½ cups chocolate chips.
The batter will be thick — this is what makes it incredibly moist.
STEP 3 — Bake Your Bundt Cake
Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan.
Bake for 45–55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a cooling rack.
STEP 4 — Make the Silky Chocolate Ganache
Heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer.
Pour it over the chocolate chips and let sit for 3 minutes.
Whisk until smooth and glossy.
Add vanilla extract if desired.
STEP 5 — Glaze the Bundt Cake
Place the cake on a stand or plate.
Pour the warm ganache slowly over the top, letting it drip beautifully down the sides.
While the ganache is still warm, sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top for a dramatic chocolate overload.
🍫 Tips for the Perfect Death by Chocolate Bundt Cake
✔ Use high-quality chocolate chips
Better chocolate means richer flavor.
✔ Do not overbake
The secret to moistness is removing the cake as soon as the toothpick is clean.