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Chocolate Poke Cake Dessert

Indulge in Moist Chocolate Poke Cake Dessert in 30 Minutes

Chocolate Poke Cake Dessert is a warm, fudgy indulgence soaked in syrup, perfect for family gatherings and gluten-free options.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Devil’s Food Chocolate Cake Mix can be substituted with a gluten-free mix
  • 3 large Eggs ensure at room temperature
  • 1 cup Milk can use almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil can swap with melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure vanilla is preferred
For the Soaking Syrup
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 1/2 cup Caramel Sauce or chocolate syrup for extra chocolate flavor
For the Topping
  • 1 container Cool Whip can use homemade whipped cream
  • 2 bars Heath Bars or chocolate-toffee candies

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • wooden spoon
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract and beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  3. Carefully stir in 1 cup of boiling water into the batter and pour into the prepared baking pan.
  4. Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  5. Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes, then poke holes all over the surface.
  6. Drizzle sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce over the cake, allowing it to soak for 15 minutes.
  7. Spread Cool Whip over the entire surface of the cake for topping.
  8. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the cake cools completely before poking holes to maintain moisture. Experiment with different toppings for a unique twist.

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