Easy Chocolate Poke Cake
A rich and creamy chocolate poke cake that's easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk For the creamy texture.
- 1 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips (Melted) To drizzle over the cake.
- 1 cup Butter (Softened) Adds moisture to the cake.
- 2.5 cups Powdered Sugar For the frosting.
- 3/4 cup Cocoa Powder Rich flavor for the frosting.
- 2 tsps Pure Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
- 1 pinch Kosher Salt Balances sweetness.
- 1/4 cup Heavy Cream (Plus More if Necessary) For a smooth frosting.
- 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips For topping.
For the Cake Base
- 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix Base of the cake.
- 1 cup Water (or ingredients as called for on the box) As per cake mix instructions.
- 3 large Eggs As per cake mix instructions.
- 1/2 cup Oil As per cake mix instructions.
Instructions
Phase 1 – Prep
- Preheat the Oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, mix the chocolate cake mix with the required ingredients (water, eggs, and oil) until smooth.
Phase 2 – Cook/Assemble
- Pour the cake batter into the greased pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cake for 10-15 minutes and poke holes all over the top with a fork.
- In a separate bowl, mix the sweetened condensed milk and melted chocolate chips, then pour over the cake, filling the holes.
Phase 3 – Serve
- In another bowl, mix the softened butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla, and heavy cream until smooth.
- Frost the cooled cake with the frosting.
- Top with mini chocolate chips.
Notes
For best results, ensure ingredients are at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.