Description
This Heath Bar Poke Cake is a deliciously moist vanilla cake infused with rich sweetened condensed milk and chocolate syrup. Topped with creamy Cool Whip and crunchy Heath Bar bits, this dessert offers a perfect balance of creamy, crunchy, and chocolatey flavors. Ideal for a crowd-pleasing treat, it’s easy to make and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box vanilla cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
Topping and Garnish
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
- 1 cup chocolate syrup
- 1 cup Heath Bar bits
- 1 tub Cool Whip topping (8 oz)
- ¼ cup milk chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
- Mix Batter: In a large bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, eggs, and water. Stir until the batter is smooth and well blended.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Poke Holes: Allow the cake to cool slightly but while still warm, puncture holes all over the cake surface using a fork or skewer to allow the fillings to soak through.
- Add Liquid Fillings: Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk and chocolate syrup evenly over the warm cake so they seep into the holes for maximum flavor.
- Chill and Top: Refrigerate the cake for at least one hour to let the flavors meld. Then spread the Cool Whip topping evenly over the chilled cake and sprinkle with Heath Bar bits and milk chocolate shavings as garnish.
- Serve: Slice the cake into approximately 12 pieces and serve chilled for a decadent dessert experience.
Notes
- Ensure the cake is warm when adding the condensed milk and chocolate syrup to allow better absorption.
- You can substitute Cool Whip with whipped cream for a fresher topping.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Heath Bar bits can be replaced with other toffee or chocolate candy bits as preferred.
