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Viral Lazy Cat Cake

Decadent Viral Lazy Cat Cake You Can't Resist Indulging In

This Viral Lazy Cat Cake is a no-bake dessert featuring chocolate layers and creamy mascarpone, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Box Cake Mix The base for a quick and luscious dessert
  • 2 cups Cold Chocolate Milk Essential for soaking
For the Cream Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Provides a rich creaminess
  • 8 oz Mascarpone Cheese This creamy addition elevates the dessert
  • 14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk Works to sweeten and create a luscious cream layer
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor
  • 1 cup Cold Heavy Cream Used to lighten the cream layer
For the Ganache
  • 4 oz Dark Chocolate Bar Key for a smooth finish
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Coats the cereal for enhanced richness
  • 3 cups Rice Cereal or Cocoa Puffs Delivers satisfying crunch
  • 2 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Boosts the chocolate flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • skewer or fork
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the box cake mix in a baking dish, following package directions. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Allow to cool completely.
  2. Once cooled, poke holes around the cake and pour cold chocolate milk slowly over it. Let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb the milk.
  3. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, mascarpone cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth. In another bowl, whip the cold heavy cream and fold it into the cheese mixture. Spread over the soaked cake and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  4. Prepare the ganache by combining dark chocolate bar with remaining cold heavy cream and heating in intervals until smooth. Pour over the cream layer and refrigerate for 1-2 hours to set.
  5. Melt semi-sweet chocolate and coat the rice cereal or cocoa puffs. Mix in cocoa powder. Sprinkle over the cake just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use cold chocolate milk and whip the heavy cream to medium peaks. Add the crunchy topping right before serving for optimal texture.

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