Description

This hot chocolate poke cake combines the cozy flavors of hot cocoa with the fun, moist texture of a classic poke cake. Perfect for Christmas gatherings and potlucks, it features layers of chocolate cake, pudding filling, and whipped topping with festive garnishes.

Ingredients

Scale

1 box chocolate cake mix

eggs, oil, and water as called for on cake mix

2 cups milk

1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix

1 cup whipped topping or fresh whipped cream

2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (optional)

chocolate syrup or fudge topping

mini marshmallows, crushed candy canes, or festive sprinkles

Instructions

1. Preheat oven and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by greasing it lightly.

2. Mix the chocolate cake batter according to package instructions and pour into the prepared dish.

3. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, then let cool for 10-15 minutes.

4. Use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke evenly spaced holes all over the cake surface.

5. Whisk together instant pudding mix and cold milk until thick but pourable.

6. Slowly pour the pudding mixture over the warm cake, allowing it to seep into the holes.

7. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

8. Spread whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake.

9. Dust with cocoa powder, drizzle with chocolate syrup or fudge, and garnish with marshmallows or sprinkles.

10. Slice and serve chilled, or warm individual portions for 10-15 seconds in the microwave.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: dessert
Method: bake
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Sugar: 30
Sodium: 300
Fat: 15
Saturated Fat: 8
Unsaturated Fat: 5
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 50
Fiber: 2
Protein: 4
Cholesterol: 40

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