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Decadent Chocolate Fudge Poke Cake

A moist chocolate cake soaked in creamy fudge sauce, topped with fluffy whipped cream and drizzled with chocolate, making it the perfect indulgent dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box chocolate cake mix Plus ingredients on the box (typically water, eggs, and oil)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
For the Fudge Filling
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
For the Topping
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Chocolate shavings or chocolate syrup (for garnish, optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth.
  3. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
  4. Bake according to the package instructions, usually around 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Let it cool for about 10 minutes.
Poke It
  1. Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the surface of the warm cake.
Make the Fudge Filling
  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, and cocoa powder.
  2. Stir continuously until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Pour this luscious fudge sauce over the poked cake, ensuring it fills the holes.
Chill Out
  1. Allow the cake to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate it for about an hour until set.
Whip It Good
  1. In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  2. Spread this fluffy whipped cream all over the top of your chilled cake.
Garnish and Serve
  1. Top with chocolate shavings or a drizzle of chocolate syrup if you’re feeling extra fancy.
  2. Cut into squares, serve, and watch the smiles unfold!

Notes

Don't overbake to avoid dryness. This cake can be made a day in advance and tastes better after sitting overnight. You can substitute the cake mix for different flavors like vanilla or red velvet.