Instant Pot Chocolate Cake

Table of Contents

1. Instant Pot Chocolate Cake Ingredients
2. Substitutions And Additions
3. How To Make This Instant Pot Chocolate Cake Recipe
4. How To Serve
5. Storage
6. Why We Love This Recipe
7. Frequently Asked Questions
8. More Recipes You’ll Love
9. JUMP TO RECIPE
10. Even More Recipes You’ll Love

This Instant Pot chocolate cake recipe delivers the moistest cake you can imagine. It’s a classic chocolate cake that has been baked in the Instant Pot and drizzled with the best rich ganache, giving it a divine, fudgy flavor.

Instant Pot Chocolate Cake Ingredients

Substitutions And Additions

GREEK YOGURT: Greek yogurt is a common substitution for sour cream in many recipes, and this great recipe is no exception.

You can use a quarter cup of yogurt instead of sour cream.

CHOCOLATE CAKE MIX: If you don’t have a chocolate cake mix on hand, you can experiment with different cake mix flavors to create unique variations.

For instance, try a vanilla cake mix for a lighter chocolate flavor or a Devil’s Food cake mix for an even richer chocolate experience.

SEMI-SWEET CHOCOLATE CHIPS: To customize the ganache, you can use dark chocolate chips for a more intense, bittersweet flavor.

Alternatively, white chocolate chips will create a sweeter and creamier topping with a vanilla-like undertone.

FLAVOR ADDITIONS: Try additions like a teaspoon of instant coffee granules for a mocha twist, a pinch of cinnamon for warmth, or a tablespoon of liqueur-like orange liqueur.

How To Make This Instant Pot Chocolate Cake Recipe

Let’s have a look at how to whip up this chocolate cake in no time.

STEP ONE: Prepare a 6-cup bundt pan by greasing the inside well with butter or shortening.

Then, coat the inside with unsweetened cocoa powder or spray it with Baker’s Joy.

Make sure you use the Original Baker’s Joy spray that includes flour.

STEP TWO: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the softened butter and eggs on high speed until smooth, about two to three minutes.

STEP THREE: Add the cake mix, sour cream, and milk to the bowl.

On low speed, mix until the ingredients start to combine, and then increase the mixer speed to high and beat the cake batter for two minutes.

STEP FOUR: Pour this chocolate batter into the prepared pan. It should fill the pan to about half an inch from the top of the pan.

STEP FIVE: Lay a paper towel and then a piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil over the top of the pan.

Be careful not to pull the foil down too tightly — leave it slightly tented in the middle. Pinch the foil around the edges of the pan to seal it.

STEP SIX: Add a half cup of water to the bottom of the Instant Pot.

Place the covered bundt pan into the handled trivet that came with the Instant Pot and lower it into the Instant Pot using the trivet handles.

STEP SEVEN: Place your Instant Pot lid on and set the vent valve to SEAL.

Hit the Manual button and then select high pressure, and set the cook time to 35 minutes.

This is just enough time for it to bake completely and remain deliciously moist on the inside.

STEP EIGHT: At the end of the 35 minutes, once the Instant Pot beeps, place a towel over the vent valve and release the steam.

Once all the steam is released and the safety pin by the vent valve has dropped, you can open the lid.

Carefully remove the bundt pan using the handles and a towel. It will still be hot.

STEP NINE: Let the cake sit for five minutes, and then remove the foil and paper towel on top.

STEP TEN: Place a serving plate on top of the bundt pan and flip it quickly to release the cake onto the pan.

For The Ganache

STEP ONE: Place the chocolate chips into a heat-safe bowl.

STEP TWO: Place the heavy cream in a microwave-safe glass measuring cup and heat on high in the microwave for one minute.

Keep an eye on it to make sure that it doesn’t boil over.

STEP THREE: Carefully remove the cream from the microwave and pour it over the chocolate chips. Let the chips and cream sit for two to three minutes.

Then, stir slowly, continuing until combined and creamy.

STEP FOUR: Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes before using it as a glaze over the finished cake.

You can also let it sit longer if you’d prefer to use it as chocolate frosting on top of the cake.

How To Serve

This Instant Pot dessert is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream on top of the moist cake, and enjoy a slice with a cup of tea for an afternoon snack or dessert.

If you want to make more Instant Pot recipes for dessert, make our Instant Pot cheesecake or Instant Pot monkey bread.

Storage

Now that you’ve enjoyed your Instant Pot chocolate cake, let’s talk about how to store any leftovers or make-ahead portions.

MAKE AHEAD: If you want to get a head start on dessert, you can prepare the cake in advance and store it at room temperature for up to 24 hours.

After cooking, allow the cake to cool completely. Then, cover it with plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container to keep it moist.

When you’re ready to serve, you can reheat slices briefly in the microwave or enjoy them at room temperature.

ON THE COUNTER: Store this fudgy cake at room temperature for up to three days in an airtight container.

IN THE FREEZER: Store in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap in the freezer for up to one month.

Make sure to thaw your cake in the fridge before eating! Keep in mind, your ganache won’t freeze as well as the cake.

Why We Love This Recipe

SPEEDY TREAT: This recipe leverages the Instant Pot’s magic to deliver a mouthwatering chocolate cake in record time. In just a fraction of the usual baking time, you can satisfy your sweet tooth with a warm and freshly cooked dessert.

NO FUSS PREPARATION: With the Instant Pot, there’s no need for complicated baking techniques or monitoring the oven.

MOIST AND DECADENT: The cake’s pressure cooking process locks in moisture, resulting in an incredibly moist and tender texture. Paired with its rich chocolate flavor, it’s a dessert that offers pure indulgence.

This Instant Pot chocolate cake recipe is an amazing treat. It’s the perfect cure for all of your chocolate cravings and is an easy way to make a homemade chocolate cake for dessert.

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