Chocolate Poke Cake
This Chocolate Poke Cake is a rich, moist dessert filled with creamy chocolate fudge and topped with fluffy whipped cream. Perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or anytime you’re craving a decadent chocolate treat.
Ingredients
Chocolate Cake:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix or homemade chocolate cake
- Eggs as per box instructions
- Oil as per box instructions
- Water as per box instructions
Chocolate Filling:
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk 14 oz
- 1 cup chocolate fudge sauce or chocolate pudding
Topping:
- 2 cups whipped topping or homemade whipped cream
- chocolate chips, crushed Oreos, chocolate shavings, caramel drizzle Optional
Instructions
Prepare the Cake:
- Bake the chocolate cake in a 9x13-inch pan according to the package or homemade recipe instructions.
Poke the Cake:
- Once baked and while the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes evenly across the surface of the cake.
Pour the Filling:
- Mix the sweetened condensed milk and chocolate fudge sauce until smooth. Pour the mixture slowly over the cake, ensuring it seeps into all the holes.
Chill:
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to let the filling fully absorb.
Add Topping:
- Spread whipped topping evenly over the cake. Garnish with chocolate chips, crushed cookies, or a drizzle of caramel if desired.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice and serve chilled for best flavor and texture.
Notes
For extra richness, use homemade chocolate cake.
Let the cake chill overnight for best results.
You can substitute the chocolate fudge filling with chocolate pudding or caramel sauce for different flavor profiles.
Let the cake chill overnight for best results.
You can substitute the chocolate fudge filling with chocolate pudding or caramel sauce for different flavor profiles.
Nutrition
Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 350mgSugar: 35g
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