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Campfire Gooey Chocolate Skillet Cake Sundae

 

Dive into decadence with this Gooey Chocolate Skillet Cake Ice Cream Sundae, a heavenly combination of warm, rich chocolate cake topped with cool, creamy ice cream and luxurious toppings. This indulgent dessert, baked and served in a cast iron skillet, offers the perfect mix of textures and flavors, making it an unforgettable treat.

Cake Ingredients:

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup sugar
  • A dash of salt
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk (or 1/4 cup milk plus a few drops of vinegar or lemon juice)
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Simplified Frosting Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 3-4 tablespoons milk (adjust for desired consistency)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (more if needed for thickness)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

To Serve:

  • Ice cream (consider pre-scooped balls stored in a freezer bag in your cooler)
  • Store-bought caramel sauce
  • Optional: whipped cream (in a can for convenience)

Campfire Cooking Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Fire: Get your campfire to a stable, low burn with hot coals. You'll need a grill grate to set over the flames.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, sugar, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In the cast iron skillet, melt the butter with the oil, cocoa powder, and water just until boiling. This can be done directly over the campfire. Remove from heat, then stir in the dry ingredients. Mix in the buttermilk, beaten egg, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Bake the Cake: Place the skillet on the grill grate over your campfire. Cover the skillet with aluminum foil or a lid to retain heat and bake evenly. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick. Adjust the skillet's distance from the coals as needed to prevent burning.
  5. Make the Frosting: While the cake is baking, combine butter, cocoa, and milk in a small saucepan or another skillet. Heat until the butter is melted, then remove from the fire. Stir in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  6. Finish and Serve: Pour the frosting over the cake once it’s slightly cooled. Serve directly from the skillet, topped with a scoop of ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce. If available, add a squirt of whipped cream.

Tips for Camping:

  • Prep Ingredients: Measure out dry ingredients at home and pack them in ziplock bags to save time and reduce mess at the campsite.
  • Buttermilk Substitute: If you don't want to bring buttermilk camping, use the milk plus vinegar/lemon juice trick or just regular milk.
  • Ice Cream: If bringing ice cream camping and you do not have a portable firdge/freezer, pack it deep in your cooler with plenty of ice, or opt for shelf-stable whipped cream as a substitute.

Enjoy this delightful Campfire Gooey Chocolate Skillet Cake Sundae as the perfect end to a day of adventure, bringing a touch of luxury to your camping experience with each warm, gooey bite.

At Home - Gooey Chocolate Skillet Cake Sundae

Cake Ingredients:

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup sugar
  • A dash of salt
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Frosting Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 3-4 tablespoons milk (adjust for desired consistency)
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

To Serve:

  • Ice cream (preferably vanilla bean)
  • Caramel sauce
  • Whipped cream

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 175°C (350°F). This ensures your skillet cake bakes evenly and comes out perfectly gooey.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, sugar, and salt. Set this aside as you prepare the wet mixture.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a 10-inch cast iron skillet, combine the butter, vegetable oil, cocoa powder, and water. Bring this mixture to a boil, then remove from heat. Immediately whisk in the dry ingredients until well combined. Next, stir in the buttermilk, egg, and vanilla, ensuring everything is well mixed.
  4. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the skillet (if it's not already in there) and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  5. Prepare the Frosting: While the cake is cooling slightly, make the frosting. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and then whisk in the cocoa powder and milk. Bring this mixture to a boil, then remove from heat. Stir in the powdered sugar, chopped pecans, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  6. Finish the Cake: Pour the warm frosting over the slightly cooled cake, spreading it out with a spatula to cover the cake evenly.
  7. Serve: Top each serving of the warm cake with a scoop of ice cream, a drizzle of caramel sauce, and a dollop of whipped cream. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of warm cake with cold ice cream.

This Gooey Chocolate Skillet Cake Ice Cream Sundae combines warm chocolatey goodness with the cool, creamy delight of ice cream, creating a dessert that's sure to please any crowd. Whether you're ending a cozy family dinner or celebrating a special occasion, this skillet cake sundae brings a touch of indulgence to the table.

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