Prepare the cake

Step 1

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.

Step 2

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the devil’s food cake mix, chocolate pudding mix, eggs, sour cream, vegetable oil, and water. Mix until the batter is smooth and well-combined.

Step 3

• Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips to add extra chocolate flavor.

Step 4

• Pour the batter evenly into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 5

• Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 6

• Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Make the Cream Cheese Frosting

Step 1

• In a medium-sized bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter together until the mixture is creamy and free of lumps.

Step 2

• Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition to create a smooth frosting.

Step 3

• Stir in the vanilla extract. If the frosting is too thick, add heavy cream or milk, one tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.

Frost the Cake

Step 1

• Once the cake is completely cooled, transfer the frosting to a piping bag.

Step 2

• Pipe the frosting in thick, even stripes from the top of the cake down to its base to recreate the signature Nothing Bundt Cake look.

Step 3

• Alternatively, spread the frosting generously over the cake for a simpler presentation.