Chocolate Fudge Protein Cake

Updated at: Sat, 16 Sep 2023 04:14:12 GMT

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325*. Add parchment paper to 9-inch pans and spray the pans with cooking spray. Set aside.

Step 2

Mix together the cake mix and pudding powder until combined.

Step 3

Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well. You should scrape down the sides to everything is mixed well. Mix for about 1 minute.

Step 4

Pour batter into a rimmed sheet pan. Tap it on the counter to spread out the cake mix and get out air bubbles.

Step 5

Bake for 25-30 minutes at 325 degrees, as the sheet pan cake is thinner than a normal cake pan. Poke a toothpick into the center and if it comes out clean – it’s done. Add 2 – 3 minutes and check it again until it’s cooked completely.

Step 6

Let cool completely before covering with Saran Wrap and putting into the freezer. Cut out circles or squares to create layers, then assemble with the nutella ganache, poking holes in each cake layer before pouring on each layer of ganache.

Step 7

For the ganache, heat the cream in the microwave until little bubbles appear.

Step 8

Pour the cream over the Nutella and stir well to mix.

Step 9

Stir the butter into the Nutella and cream just until melted and glossy.

Step 10

Pour ganache over the prepared cake or dessert while it is warm and easy to pour.

Step 11

Use an offset spatula to gently smooth the ganache evenly over the cake.

Step 12

Allow the ganache to cool and become more firm.

Step 13

Place a saucepan over medium heat and add in the cream. Heat until you begin to see little bubbles forming around the edges of the pan. The cream shouldn't be boiling.

Step 14

Turn the heat to low and add in the cocoa powder. Mix until well combined.

Step 15

Add in the remaining ingredients and continue to gently stir until all the solid ingredients are melted and you have a very smooth mixture.

Step 16

Strain the mixture into a heat proof bowl to get rid of any lumps (this step is optional), and then cover the top with cling wrap so that the cling wrap is directly touching the top of the frosting. This will prevent a skin from forming as it cools down.

Step 17

Let the mixture cool completely (about 45 minutes) before using.

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