HoHo Cake
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix prepared according to package directions
- 1 can milk chocolate frosting
For the Filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter 1 stick, softened
- 3 cups confectioners' sugar
- 8 ounces whipped topping like Cool Whip
Instructions
- Bake the cake: Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions. Pour the batter into two 9-inch round cake pans and bake as directed. Let the cakes cool completely before assembling.
- Make the filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, mixing until well combined. Fold in the whipped topping until the filling is light and fluffy.
- Assemble the cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of the filling over the top. Place the second cake layer on top, gently pressing it down.
- Frost the cake: Spread the milk chocolate frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake, covering it completely.
- Chill the cake: For best results, refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to set.
- Serve and enjoy: Slice and serve this HoHo-inspired cake chilled or at room temperature!
Notes
- For an extra decorative touch, use a piping bag to add swirls of cream filling on top before frosting.
- Freeze the cake layers for 30 minutes before assembling to make handling easier.