Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
• Prepare the chocolate cake batter according to package directions using the additional ingredients listed. Pour into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until thickened, about 2 minutes. Spread evenly over the cooled cake layer.
• Fold the whipped topping into the pudding mixture until smooth. Spread this mixture over the pudding layer.
• Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the whipped topping layer.
• Drizzle chocolate syrup or fudge sauce over the top. Slice and serve immediately.