Step 1

Preheat oven to 325°F. Line cupcake liners in 2 muffin pans.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the cake mix and chocolate pudding. Add the chocolate chips in now (this will prevent them from sinking) and stir until combined.

Step 3

Next mix in the eggs, canola oil and water. Then stir in the sour cream.

Step 4

Pour cupcake mixture into the liners (about 3/4 the way full). Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes clean. Do not overcook.

Step 5

Remove from oven and allow to cool on a cooling rack. Wait to frost until cooled completely.