Description
Death by Chocolate Poke Cake is a rich and indulgent dessert that combines layers of chocolate cake, chocolate pudding, and whipped cream, creating a heavenly treat for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 box chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups milk
- 1 container whipped topping
- Chocolate shavings or chips for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven according to the cake mix instructions.
- In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking pan and bake according to package instructions.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes.
- Using the end of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the top of the cake.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and milk until thickened.
- Pour the pudding mixture over the cake, ensuring it fills the holes.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to allow the pudding to set.
- Spread the whipped topping over the chilled cake and garnish with chocolate shavings or chips.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- For an extra chocolatey flavor, use chocolate syrup drizzled on top.
- This cake can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Death by Chocolate Poke Cake, chocolate dessert, poke cake, decadent cake