Description
This Snickers Poke Cake is a decadent, chocolatey dessert that combines a moist chocolate cake with rich caramel sauce, sweetened condensed milk, and creamy whipped topping. Finished with chopped Snickers bars and a drizzle of chocolate syrup, this easy-to-make poke cake offers layers of gooey, nutty, and creamy flavors perfect for any celebration or sweet craving.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients to prepare it, usually eggs, oil, and water as per box)
Filling and Topping
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
- 1 cup chopped Snickers bars
- ¼ cup chocolate syrup (optional for drizzling)
Instructions
- Bake the Cake: Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the box instructions, which usually involves mixing the cake mix with eggs, oil, and water. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan and bake until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool slightly before proceeding.
- Poke Holes: Using the back of a wooden spoon, poke evenly spaced holes all over the surface of the slightly cooled cake. This creates pockets to absorb the fillings.
- Add Filling: Pour the caramel sauce and sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake, making sure the liquids seep into the holes to add moistness and flavor. Allow the cake to cool completely to let the fillings set.
- Top with Whipped Topping: Once cooled, spread the whipped topping evenly over the entire surface of the cake, covering the fillings and creating a creamy layer.
- Garnish: Sprinkle the chopped Snickers bars evenly on top of the whipped topping. Optionally, drizzle with chocolate syrup for an extra chocolatey finish.
- Chill & Serve: Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the toppings to set. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- You can substitute homemade whipped cream for the whipped topping if preferred.
- Make sure the cake is warm but not hot when poking the holes to avoid crumbling.
- For easier cutting, chill the cake well before slicing.
- Use good quality caramel sauce and chocolate syrup for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
