Best 13 Chocolate Poke Cake Recipes

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Chocolate poke cake is a delightful dessert that combines the richness of chocolate with a moist, tender crumb. This classic cake is characterized by holes poked into the top, which are then filled with a sweet and flavorful filling, such as chocolate ganache, caramel sauce, or whipped cream. The result is a decadent treat that is sure to satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will provide you with the necessary guidance and inspiration to create a chocolate poke cake that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE PUDDING POKE CAKE



Chocolate Pudding Poke Cake image

This great all-family ooey-gooey recipe can also be used for casual entertaining.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ chocolate fudge cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
1 box (4-serving size) milk chocolate instant pudding and pie filling mix
2 cups cold milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan).
  • Make, bake and cool cake as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan.
  • Poke cake every 1/2 inch with handle of wooden spoon. In medium bowl, beat pudding mix and milk with whisk about 2 minutes. Pour pudding evenly over cake. Run knife around sides of pan to loosen cake. Refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 470 mg, Sugar 22 g, TransFat 0 g

PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE POKE CAKE



Peanut Butter Chocolate Poke Cake image

When my family is planning a get-together, I can count on three or four people asking if I'm bringing this chocolate peanut butter poke cake. If you don't have a chocolate cake mix, use a white or yellow one and stir in 3 tablespoons of baking cocoa. -Fay Moreland, Wichita Falls, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
Dash salt
2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cans (14 ounces each) sweetened condensed milk
1 cup confectioners' sugar
Topping: Chopped peanut butter-filled sandwich cookies, peanut butter cups or a combination of the two

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare cake mix according to package directions, adding 1 teaspoon vanilla and salt before mixing batter. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake and cool completely as package directs., Whisk peanut butter and milk until blended. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, poke holes in cake 2 in. apart. Slowly pour 2 cups peanut butter mixture over cake, filling each hole. Refrigerate cake and remaining peanut butter mixture, covered, until cake is cold, 2-3 hours., Combine remaining vanilla and remaining peanut butter mixture; gradually beat in enough confectioners' sugar to reach a spreading consistency. Spread over cake. Add toppings as desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 312mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CHOCOLATE-CHERRY POKE CAKE (OR VANILLA)



Chocolate-Cherry Poke Cake (Or Vanilla) image

If you are a chocolate and cherry lover then the chocolate is for you, this also is equally wonderful using a white cake mix with cherry or strawberry Jello, cherry pie filling and white Cool Whip or Whipped cream, I make the white version with my recipe#355243 but boxed is fine

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package chocolate cake mix
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 (3 ounce) package cherry gelatin (or use strawberry)
1 cup boiling water
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling (or use a 28 ounce can)
1 (16 ounce) container chocolate flavor cool whip frozen whipped topping, thawed (or use sweetened whipped cream)
grated chocolate (or can use chopped nuts)

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake the cake mix according to package directions in a greased 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
  • Cool then remove the cake from the pan.
  • Immediately poke holes down into the cake using a fork (holes should be at 1-in intervals).
  • Cool cake completely.
  • When the cake is cooked combine the Jello with boiling water until combined; pour the mixture over the cake.
  • Top with pie filling, then cover with Cool Whip or whipped cream.
  • If making the chocolate cake sprinkle grated chocolate over the top or chopped nuts (this is only optional).

REESE'S PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE POKE CAKE



Reese's Peanut Butter Chocolate Poke Cake image

Chocolate and peanut butter... need I say more! It's very sweet, but very yummy. It is a no bake recipe, but must be refrigerated for atleast 4 hours. Recipe from somethingswanky.com.

Provided by FrVanilla

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 chocolate cake, baked and cooled
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
1 (12 ounce) jar hot fudge
1/4 cup peanut butter
8 ounces Cool Whip
3 tablespoons peanut butter
1 (8 ounce) bag mini Reese's Peanut Butter cups, chopped
1 (10 ounce) bag Reese's pieces

Steps:

  • Bake a chocolate cake with your recipe of choice in a 9x13 pan
  • Use the bottom of a wooden spoon to poke holes evenly throughout the cake. I usually end up poking 20-25 holes.
  • Pour the can of sweetened condensed milk evenly over top of the cake, aiming to fill up the holes.
  • Scrape the hot fudge into a medium bowl. Add the 1/4 cup peanut butter. Microwave for 30 seconds. Mix until smooth and spread over the cake.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the 3 tbsp peanut butter with the cool whip (I use a hand mixer here, but it's not a big deal to do it by hand).
  • Spread the peanut butter cool whip over top.
  • Chill for at least 4 hours (overnight is really best).
  • Top with chopped Reese's cups and Reese's Pieces (you can add these before chilling, but the Reese's Pieces candy coating will bleed onto the cool whip when chilled).
  • Serves approximately 12 (large pieces).

CHOCOLATE-PEPPERMINT POKE CAKE



Chocolate-Peppermint Poke Cake image

Make a cake that's easy to take and share. Pockets of creamy pudding and melt-in-your-mouth peppermint candies are the memories you'll make.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h15m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ chocolate fudge cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
1 box (4-serving size) white chocolate instant pudding and pie filling mix
2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
1 container Betty Crocker™ Whipped milk chocolate frosting
3/4 cup coarsely chopped chocolate-covered peppermint patties (8 candies)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan with baking spray with flour. Make and bake cake mix as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan. Cool 15 minutes. With handle of wooden spoon, poke top of warm cake every 1/2 inch.
  • In medium bowl, beat filling ingredients with whisk about 2 minutes. Immediately pour over cake. Cover loosely; refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled.
  • Stir 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract into frosting. Spread frosting over top of cake. Sprinkle with peppermint patties. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 430 mg, Sugar 37 g, TransFat 1 g

CHOCOLATE-CARAMEL-PEANUT POKE CAKE



Chocolate-Caramel-Peanut Poke Cake image

This indulgent chocolate cake filled with salted caramel sauce is perfect for any special occasion. Whipped cream topping, peanuts and a chocolate-caramel drizzle add extra decadence.

Provided by Cindy Rahe

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h15m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ chocolate fudge cake mix
Water, oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
2 jars (11.5 oz each) salted caramel sauce
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
1 cup chocolate-flavor syrup
1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350° F. Spray 13 x 9-inch pan with cooking spray; line with cooking parchment paper.
  • Make cake as directed on box for 13 x 9-inch pan. Immediately after removing from oven, poke holes all over cake using chopstick. While cake is still warm, gently spread 1 1/2 jars of the caramel sauce over cake. Cool cake completely, then refrigerate 2 hours.
  • In medium bowl, beat cream and powdered sugar to stiff peaks. Spread over top of cake; drizzle with remaining caramel sauce and chocolate syrup; sprinkle with peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 68 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 460 mg, Sugar 45 g, TransFat 0 g

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER POKE CAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chocolate cake mix, cream cheese, peanut butter, sweetened condensed milk, milk, whipped topping, peanut butter cup

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Desserts

Yield 9 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ box chocolate cake mix, prepared according to instructions
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup peanut butter
14 oz sweetened condensed milk, 1 can
1 cup milk
8 oz whipped topping
peanut butter cup, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175C).
  • Spray a 9x9 inch (23x23cm) baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Prepare and pour the chocolate cake batter into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
  • In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth.
  • Add condensed milk, whisking until there are no large lumps.
  • Gradually whisk in the milk, until smooth.
  • Using the back of a wooden spoon, poke 4 rows of 4 holes in the cake, making 16 holes total.
  • Pour the peanut butter mixture over the cake and set until the cake has absorbed as much of the mixture as it can. Some of the mixture will still stay on top, which is okay.
  • Freeze cake for 30 minutes, to slightly solidify the topping.
  • Spread the whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake.
  • Chill the cake anywhere from 3 hours to overnight.
  • Slice, and garnish with peanut butter cups.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 593 calories, Carbohydrate 58 grams, Fat 35 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 43 grams

CHOCOLATE CHIP-CARAMEL POKE CAKE



Chocolate Chip-Caramel Poke Cake image

Enjoy this delicious caramel topped chocolate cake made using Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ cake mix and frosting - a perfect dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ devil's food cake mix
1 1/3 cups buttermilk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
1 bag (12 oz) semisweet chocolate chips (2 cups)
1 cup caramel topping
1/2 cup Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan with baking spray with flour.
  • In large bowl, beat cake mix, buttermilk, oil and eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pan. Sprinkle with chocolate chips; press gently into batter.
  • Bake 35 to 43 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 30 minutes. Spray meat fork or other long-tined fork with cooking spray. Poke warm cake every inch with fork tines. Pour caramel topping over cake. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In medium microwavable bowl, microwave frosting 15 to 30 seconds; stir until very soft. Spoon frosting into 1-quart resealable food-storage plastic bag. Cut tip off 1 corner of bag. Drizzle frosting across top of cake. For easy cutting, dip knife in hot water. Store covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 59 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 370 mg, Sugar 41 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CHOCOLATE PUDDING POKE CAKE



Chocolate Pudding Poke Cake image

This great all-family ooey-gooey recipe can also be used for casual entertaining.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ chocolate fudge cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
1 box (4-serving size) milk chocolate instant pudding and pie filling mix
2 cups cold milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan).
  • Make, bake and cool cake as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan.
  • Poke cake every 1/2 inch with handle of wooden spoon. In medium bowl, beat pudding mix and milk with whisk about 2 minutes. Pour pudding evenly over cake. Run knife around sides of pan to loosen cake. Refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 470 mg, Sugar 22 g, TransFat 0 g

CHOCOLATE PRETZEL POKE 'BOX' CAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Chocolate Pretzel Poke 'Box' Cake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: dark chocolate cake mix, condensed milk, caramel, whipped cream, pretzel, caramel

Provided by Quinton Washington

Categories     Bakery Goods

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box dark chocolate cake mix, prepared according to package instructions
1 can condensed milk
1 can caramel
3 cups whipped cream
1 packet pretzel
3 tablespoons caramel, for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Prepare and bake chocolate cake according to package instructions.
  • Let cool 10 minutes before poking even holes throughout the cake with a chopstick or the end of a wooden spoon.
  • Distribute condensed milk over the entire cake, making sure it runs in the holes, followed by can of caramel.
  • Slather on cream, making sure to smooth it out on top. Refrigerate at least 4 hours, or overnight.
  • Slice cake into even rectangles and sprinkle chopped pretzels on top.
  • Serve with a drizzle of caramel topping.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585 calories, Carbohydrate 107 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 75 grams

CHOCOLATE PUDDING POKE CAKE



Chocolate Pudding Poke Cake image

One of the ladies who ate at the fish fry gave me this recipe,she said it was very good.The original recipe used sugar free fat free pudding and fat free milk.Personally,I don't use fat free products,I'd rather eat less.But it's your choice when making this recipe. I would use Duncan Hines butter cake as that's one of my ...

Provided by Leanne D.

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1pkg white cake mix
1 1/3 c water
2 egg whites
2 pkg (1.4 oz. each) chocolate instant pudding
4 c cold milk

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 deg. Beat first 3 ingredients with mixer until blended. Pour into 13x9-inch pan sprayed with cooking spray. Bake 35 min. or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately poke deep holes in cake at 1-inch intervals, using handle of wooden spoon. Beat pudding mixes and milk in large bowl with whisk 2 min.; pour half into holes in warm cake. Let remaining pudding stand until slightly thickened. Spread over top of cake. Refrigerate 1 hour.

KAHLUA CHOCOLATE POKE CAKE RECIPE - (4.7/5)



Kahlua Chocolate Poke Cake Recipe - (4.7/5) image

Provided by á-43062

Number Of Ingredients 24

CHOCOLATE CAKE:
1 3/4 cups flour
1 3/4 cups sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 eggs
1 cup brewed coffee, cooled
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
KAHLUA PUDDING:
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup cocoa
3 tablespoons cornstarch
Pinch of salt
1 cup Kahlua, divided
1 1/4 cups milk
1 tablespoon butter
FROSTING:
1/3 cup milk
1/3 cup butter, softened
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda & baking powder in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, combine eggs, coffee, buttermilk, oil and vanilla. Add wet mixture to dry mixture and beat on medium for about 2 minutes. Pour into a greased & floured 9×13-inch pan. Bake 30 to 40 minutes, or until toothpick inserted into center of the cake comes out clean. Do not over bake. Kahlua Pudding: Combine sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch and salt, mix well. Whisk in cold milk and ¼ cup Kahlua. Cook over medium high on the stovetop stirring constantly until mixture comes to a boil. Allow to boil for 1 minute while stirring, remove from heat and stir in remaining Kahlua & butter. Using the end of a wooden spoon, poke holes over the cake. Pour warm pudding over the cake ensuring it seeps into the holes. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before frosting (below). Refrigerate overnight before serving. Frosting: Place milk, butter, & sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and allow to boil 45 seconds. Remove from heat & stir in chocolate chips. Whisk until smooth and shiny and immediately pour over the cake. Refrigerate overnight.

CHOCOLATE POKE CAKE



Chocolate Poke Cake image

This cake gets rave reviews every time it's made. Definitely not for anyone on a diet! Oooey-gooey, and oh! so good! Best if served warm with vanilla ice cream.

Provided by SYNCHORSWIM

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Poke Cake Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ¾ cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
5 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, melted
1 cup strong brewed coffee
¾ cup sour cream
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 (14 ounce) package individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
4 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 inch springform pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, and baking powder. Make a well in the center, and pour in melted chocolate, coffee, sour cream, and oil. Mix well, and spread into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes, then remove from pan.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine caramels and milk. Heat in microwave until melted. Stir until smooth. With a wooden spoon, poke holes into the cake. Pour caramel mixture into holes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.7 calories, Carbohydrate 74.6 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 333.1 mg, Sugar 51 g

Tips:

  • Choose the best chocolate cake mix: Look for a cake mix that is moist and has a rich chocolate flavor. If you can, try to find a cake mix that does not contain any artificial ingredients.
  • Use high-quality instant chocolate pudding mix: The chocolate pudding mix is what will give your poke cake its creamy, chocolatey filling. Make sure to use a high-quality pudding mix that has a rich chocolate flavor.
  • Poke the holes in the cake deeply: This will allow the chocolate pudding to soak into the cake and create a moist, flavorful dessert.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can make the cake tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake according to the package directions: Do not overbake the cake, or it will be dry.
  • Let the cake cool completely before poking the holes: This will prevent the cake from crumbling.
  • Use a toothpick or skewer to poke the holes in the cake: Make sure to poke the holes all the way to the bottom of the cake.
  • Pour the chocolate pudding mixture over the cake: Make sure to pour the pudding mixture evenly over the cake.
  • Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours before serving: This will allow the chocolate pudding to set and the cake to absorb the chocolate flavor.

Conclusion:

Chocolate poke cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist chocolate cake, creamy chocolate filling, and rich chocolate ganache, chocolate poke cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a chocolate dessert, give chocolate poke cake a try.

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