Get ready to experience the most decadent, mind-blowing dessert that will make your taste buds dance with pure joy! This Caramel Twix Poke Cake is not just a dessert; it's a heavenly experience that combines the rich, moist chocolate cake, luxurious caramel, creamy sweetened condensed milk, and the irresistible crunch of Twix bars. Imagine cutting into a cake that oozes caramel from every hole, topped with fluffy whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate-caramel candy goodness – this is the dessert dreams are made of!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1 can caramel sauce
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 2 cups crushed Twix bars
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
- Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to package directions. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to combine cake mix, eggs, oil, and water until smooth and well blended.
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading evenly with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove cake from oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes evenly across the entire surface of the warm cake.
- In a medium bowl, mix caramel sauce with sweetened condensed milk until well combined.
- Slowly pour the caramel mixture over the warm cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes. Allow cake to cool completely at room temperature.
- Once cooled, spread whipped topping evenly over the cake's surface.
- Crush Twix bars into small pieces using a rolling pin or food processor. Sprinkle crushed Twix bars generously over the whipped topping.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and topping to set.
- Slice into 12 equal portions and serve chilled. Optional: Drizzle additional caramel sauce on top before serving.
Tips
- Make sure to poke holes while the cake is still warm to ensure maximum caramel absorption.
- Use a wooden spoon handle or the back of a wooden spoon to create evenly spaced holes.
- For an extra indulgent touch, warm the caramel sauce slightly before pouring it over the cake.
- Crush Twix bars just before topping to maintain their crisp texture.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour to allow flavors to meld and create the perfect texture.
- For a more intense caramel flavor, use a high-quality caramel sauce.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before adding whipped topping to prevent melting.
- Store the cake in the refrigerator and consume within 3-4 days for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 365kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 8mg
