Chocolate Toffee Poke Cake
The ultimate comfort food, this Chocolate Toffee Poke Cake is rich, creamy, and oh-so-delicious! With layers of chocolate cake, gooey caramel, and whipped topping, it's perfect for any occasion. Indulge in this easy yet impressive dessert tonight!
Equipment
- Nordic Ware Metal 9×13 Covered Cake Pan
- KitchenAid 9-Speed Digital Hand Mixer
- Mixing bowl set
Ingredients
- 1 box devil’s food cake mix 15.25 ounces
- 1 box instant chocolate pudding mix 3.9 ounces
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs slightly beaten
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup warm water
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk 14-ounces
- 1 cup salted caramel sauce divided use
- 1 pinch flaky sea salt
- 8 ounces frozen whipped topping Thawed according to package directions
- 1 cup Heath English Toffee Bits
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper or spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the devil’s food cake mix, instant chocolate pudding mix, sour cream, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and warm water. Mix on medium speed for about two minutes until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top springs back when lightly touched.
- While the cake is baking, combine the sweetened condensed milk, ¾ cup of caramel sauce, and a pinch of flaky sea salt in a medium bowl.
- As soon as the cake comes out, poke holes across the cake using a straw or spoon handle.
- Pour the condensed milk mixture evenly over the cake.
- Let the cake cool to room temperature, then chill for at least 4 hours.
- Top with thawed whipped topping and sprinkle with Heath English Toffee Bits.
- Drizzle with remaining caramel sauce before serving.
Notes
- Storage: Keep leftover cake in the refrigerator for up to five days.
- Freezing: You can freeze slices for up to three months.
- Pairing: This cake pairs well with vanilla ice cream.
- Serving Temperature: Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
- Variations: Try different pudding flavors for a twist!