Watergate Cake I
Watergate Cake is named after the Watergate scandal in the United States during the 1970s. It became popular during that time and has remained a classic dessert ever since.
This is non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Ingredients
- 1 box Chocolate cake mix
- 1 box Instant pistachio pudding mix
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup Chopped walnuts
- 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 package Cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Butter
- 2 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 container Whipped topping
- 1 jar Maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, pistachio pudding mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat on medium speed until well blended.
- Stir in the chopped walnuts and chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled cake.
- Top with whipped topping and garnish with maraschino cherries.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 450kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25g39%
- Total Carbohydrate 55g19%
- Sugars 40g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.