Peppermint Poke Cake
A delightful dessert combining rich chocolate cake with refreshing peppermint flavors, perfect for the holidays.
Ingredients
For the cake
- 1 box chocolate cake mix Use your favorite brand.
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
For the poke topping
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup hot fudge sauce Make sure it is warm.
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract Essential for the mint flavor.
For topping
- Whipped cream For serving.
- Crushed peppermint candies For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven according to the cake mix instructions. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake according to the package instructions or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
- Using the end of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the cake.
Poke topping
- In a separate bowl, mix the sweetened condensed milk, hot fudge sauce, and peppermint extract. Pour this mixture over the warm cake, ensuring it fills the holes.
- Allow the cake to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Serving
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and garnish with crushed peppermint candies.
Notes
Serve chilled. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze without the whipped cream and garnish for longer storage.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30g