Did Someone Say, "Chocolate?"

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We had friends over for dinner last night at the cottage and I tried a new dessert recipe.  It was delicious.  It was decadent.  I just had another slice!

I found the recipe on Pinterest from Taste of Home.  It's called the Chocolate-Strawberry Celebration Cake, and, believe me, it IS something to celebrate! Keep in mind, there is nothing low-cal about this cake.  Heck, the frosting alone has 2 cups of butter in it.  Yes, that is a whole pound......but, it is soooo worth it!
Click the Pinterest link above for the recipe.  It's pretty simple, and guess what?  This beauty starts with a box cake mix!   
Sooo, if you're looking for a special dessert recipe, you love chocolate, and you're throwing your diet out the window, make this cake.  You won't be disappointed!  
Thanks for stopping by the cottage - have a great week!

Comments

  1. Becky B.October 27, 2014 at 8:47 PM

    WOWZERS - that cake is beautiful, Ann!! I used to subscribe to the Taste of Home magazine, and all of the recipes that I've ever tried from them turn out amazing! Can't wait to give this one a whirl...thanks for sharing the recipe link with us! :)

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  2. AnnOctober 27, 2014 at 8:54 PM

    I agree Becky, their recipes are great. You won't be disappointed with this one, either!!!

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  3. FaytheOctober 28, 2014 at 7:48 PM

    My mouth is watering looking at the cake! I am a chocohlic too, LOL.wandering over from Oh My Heartsie. Faythe @ GrammyMouseTails (w/Linky)

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    1. AnnOctober 29, 2014 at 6:01 PM

      Thanks for visiting, Faythe. It's a Chocoholic's Dream!

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  4. Karren HallerOctober 28, 2014 at 11:53 PM

    Happy National Chocolate Day!! Everyone needs to find some chocolate and nibble or chomp!!!

    Thanks so much Ann for being one of my Co-Hosts this past 4 weeks, it has been a total pleasure to work with you, I appreciate the opportunity to get to know you and your lovely blog and your little cottage improvements journey!!!

    I have you bookmarked in my reader so I can keep up with your journey each week!!!

    Wishing you a great and Happy Halloween!!!
    Hugs Karren~

    PS Your little blog is going to do great!!! And visit often!!!

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  5. Heidi's WanderingsOctober 29, 2014 at 2:35 PM

    Oh, that looks so good! Visiting from Wordless Wednesday.

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  6. B is 4October 29, 2014 at 3:11 PM

    Hi Ann, that cake looks too good, I am a chocolate-lover so I'm already in love with this! Pinning this and it's been great co-hosting with you at WW this month! Have a great Halloween. :)

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    1. AnnOctober 29, 2014 at 6:03 PM

      Great co-hosting with you too, Bernadyn! We chocolate lovers need to stick together!

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