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Halloween Graveyard Chocolate Poke Cake

Spook-tacular Halloween Graveyard Chocolate Poke Cake Delight

This Halloween Graveyard Chocolate Poke Cake is a spooky centerpiece that brings festive appeal to any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix A good quality boxed mix ensures convenience and great flavor.
  • 1 pack Chocolate Fudge Instant Pudding Mix (3.9 oz) Adds moisture and chocolate richness; vanilla pudding makes a fun alternative.
  • 0.5 cup Sour Cream Enhances the cake's moistness; substitute Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 0.75 cup Vegetable Oil Keeps the cake tender; consider melted coconut oil for a unique twist.
  • 0.5 cup Milk Hydrates the cake batter; switch to almond milk for a dairy-free version.
  • 3 large Eggs Crucial for structure; flax eggs can substitute for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances the overall flavor profile.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness in your cake.
For the Filling
  • 1 pack Chocolate Instant Pudding Mix (3.9 oz) Provides a creamy texture that enriches the poke cake.
  • 2 cups Milk Needed to prepare the pudding filling and make it luscious.
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Creates a light and airy frosting.
  • 0.5 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens the frosting perfectly.
  • 0.33 cup Chocolate Instant Pudding Mix Adds flavor and ensures stability to the frosting.
For the Toppings
  • 16 Oreo Cookies Crushed to create the authentic 'dirt' topping.
  • 9 Milano Cookies Used as tombstones; decorate with black icing for authenticity.
  • 3 Ghost Peeps Adorable candies that bring a festive touch to your cake.
  • 12 Candy Pumpkins Additional decorations that enhance the Halloween theme.
  • Black Gel Icing Perfect for writing 'RIP' on the tombstone cookies and adding spooky details.
  • Halloween Sprinkles Optional, for that extra splash of festive flair.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch cake pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • rubber spatula
  • wooden spoon
  • medium bowl
  • Stand Mixer
  • resealable bag or food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch cake pan thoroughly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, chocolate fudge pudding mix, sour cream, vegetable oil, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
  3. Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake for 28–32 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pan for about 30 minutes.
  4. Once cooled, poke holes all over the top of your cake with a wooden spoon handle.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and 2 cups of milk for about 2 minutes until it thickens. Pour over the poked cake and let soak for at least 10 minutes.
  6. Whip together the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and chocolate pudding mix until thick and spreadable.
  7. Crush the Oreo cookies until resembling dirt and sprinkle over the frosting.
  8. Press Milano cookies into the frosting as tombstones and decorate with ghost Peeps, candy pumpkins, and Halloween sprinkles.
  9. Slice into 12 pieces and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the cake to cool properly before adding pudding filling to ensure a silky texture. Refrigerate the cake for easier slicing.

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