- Home
- P.F. Chang's Copycat Recipes
- P.F. Chang’s Great Wall of Chocolate Cake – Copycat Recipe
P.F. Chang’s Great Wall of Chocolate Cake – Copycat Recipe
Mar 07, 2026
P.F. Chang’s Great Wall of Chocolate Cake – Copycat Recipe
Indulge in the decadence of this copycat P.F. Chang’s Great Wall of Chocolate Cake! This rich, multi-layered chocolate cake is perfect for any chocolate lover, featuring layers of moist chocolate cake and luscious frosting. It’s an impressive dessert for special occasions or just a sweet treat to enjoy at home. 🍫🍰
Recipe Details
| Prep Time | |
|---|---|
| Cook Time | |
| Total Time | |
| Servings | 12 servings |
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1.5 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 4 cups chocolate frosting
- Chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Stir in boiling water until well combined (the batter will be thin).
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
- Once cooled, frost the top of one cake layer with chocolate frosting, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides of the cake.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
| Calories | 550 calories |
|---|---|
| Fat | 28g fat |
| Carbohydrates | 75g carbohydrates |
| Protein | 6g protein |
Handy Tips
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder instead of regular cocoa powder.
- Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
Ingredient Swaps
- All-Purpose Flour: Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- Granulated Sugar: Substitute with coconut sugar or a sugar substitute for a lower-calorie option.
