0.25cupscocoa powderpreferably Hershey’s Special Dark
0.5cupsdry hot chocolate mix
1cupsbutterroom temperature
8ouncescream cheese1 block
2cupsgranulated sugar
3ouncesmilk chocolatemelted
5wholeeggs
2teaspoonsvanilla extract
6ouncesmilk chocolate
2tablespoonsdry hot chocolate mix
0.25cupsheavy cream
1tablespoonbutter
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Preheat oven to 325°F. Spray a 10-inch bundt pan liberally with baking spray.
Sift together the flour, baking soda, cocoa powder, and dry hot chocolate mix. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, cream together the butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
Melt 3 ounces of milk chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl at 50% power in 30-second increments, stirring after each. Add melted chocolate to the butter mixture and mix until incorporated.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
Slowly add the sifted dry ingredients to the batter while mixing on low speed. Mix just until combined, do not overmix.
Pour batter into prepared bundt pan and bake for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the glaze, melt 6 ounces of milk chocolate, 2 tablespoons dry hot chocolate mix, 0.25 cups heavy cream, and 1 tablespoon butter together in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently until smooth.
Remove glaze from heat and let it sit for 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
Pour the glaze over the cooled bundt cake and garnish with mini marshmallows or marshmallow bits.
Notes
This cake is perfect for winter gatherings and pairs wonderfully with a cup of hot cocoa.