Red Lobster Famous Chocolate Wave Cake at Home
This Chocolate Wave Cake recipe is a rich, indulgent dessert inspired by Red Lobster’s signature treat. With layers of moist chocolate cake, a luscious filling, and a glossy chocolate topping, it’s the perfect show‑stopping dessert to bake at home.
Equipment
- Electric mixer
- Microwave
- Mixing bowls
- Spatula
- Measuring cups & spoons
Ingredients
Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup utter, softened
- 10 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks, divided (2 cups + 4 tablespoons)
- 1 1/4 cups sugar
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup + 5 tablespoons milk, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)
Topping
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted (divided)
- strawberry or lemon slice, for decoration
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan & Dry Mix: Grease and flour an 8‑inch cake pan. In one bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. In another, toss chocolate chips with a little flour to coat.
- Make the Batter: Melt butter in the microwave, then beat with sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and milk. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients and fold in chocolate chips.
- Bake the Cake: Pour batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle with extra chocolate chips if desired, and bake at 350°F for 20–23 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Filling & Topping: Melt butter and stir in chocolate chips (and walnuts if using). Spread a thin layer between cooled cake tiers. For topping, melt more chocolate, mix with butter, and spread or drizzle over the cake.
- Decorate & Serve: Use a pastry bag to pipe chocolate lines or swirls on top. Chill for 20 minutes until set. Garnish with a strawberry or lemon slice before serving.
