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Heath Bar Poke Cake Recipe

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This indulgent Heath Bar Poke Cake features a rich chocolate cake base punctuated with luscious caramel and sweetened condensed milk poured over the top, creating a moist and creamy texture. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and crunchy, buttery Heath bar pieces, this dessert perfectly balances textures and flavors for a crowd-pleasing treat.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Cake

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients called for on the box, typically eggs, oil, and water)

Fillings and Toppings

  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 3/4 cup caramel sauce
  • 8 oz whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
  • 1 cup Heath bar pieces, crushed

Instructions

  1. Bake the Cake: Preheat your oven according to the chocolate cake mix instructions. Prepare the cake batter as directed on the box, then pour it into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan. Bake as instructed, usually around 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.
  2. Poke Holes: While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a similar utensil to poke holes all over the surface of the cake, about 1-2 inches apart. This allows the fillings to soak into the cake.
  3. Add Sweetened Condensed Milk and Caramel: Slowly pour the entire can of sweetened condensed milk over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes evenly. Next, drizzle the caramel sauce across the top, spreading it gently if needed to cover the surface.
  4. Chill the Cake: Place the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours to allow the liquids to soak in and the cake to firm up.
  5. Top with Whipped Cream and Heath Bars: Once chilled, spread the whipped topping evenly over the surface of the cake. Then, sprinkle the crushed Heath bar pieces generously on top for an added crunch and burst of flavor.
  6. Serve: Slice and serve chilled for a deliciously moist and creamy dessert.

Notes

  • For best results, use room temperature sweetened condensed milk to help it soak in better.
  • Heath bars can be substituted with toffee bits or crushed butter toffee candy for a similar texture.
  • Make sure the cake has cooled slightly before poking holes to avoid breaking it apart.
  • This cake can be prepared a day in advance and kept covered in the refrigerator for enhanced flavor melding.
  • To make the cake extra decadent, drizzle additional caramel sauce on each slice before serving.

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