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Hot Cocoa Poke Cake Dessert Recipe

Jennifer Watson
I love making this delightful Hot Cocoa Poke Cake! It's an easy and tasty treat that combines a rich chocolate cake with creamy toppings. Let's get started with what you'll need and how to whip up this delightful dessert. 🍰
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Pieces
Calories 85 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls: You’ll need a few for the cake mix and pudding.
  • Whisk or electric mixer: Helps in mixing the cake batter smoothly.
  • 9x13-inch baking dish: Perfect size for this cake.
  • Wooden spoon handle: Use this to poke holes in the cake.
  • Measuring cups and spoons: For accurate measurements.
  • Rubber spatula: Useful for scraping the bowls.
  • Having the right tools really makes this recipe a breeze! 🥄

Ingredients
  

1 box of chocolate cake mix: Follow the package directions for the ingredients you'll need.

  • 2 cups of milk: For mixing with the pudding.
  • 1 package of instant chocolate pudding mix 3.9 oz
  • 1 cup of hot cocoa mix: Adds that lovely cocoa flavor!
  • 1 container of whipped topping 8 oz
  • Mini marshmallows: Sprinkled on top for the perfect finish.

Simple ingredients come together to make something really special! ✨

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the cake: Bake the chocolate cake in the 9x13-inch dish as per the package. Let it cool completely.
  • Poke the cake: Use the handle of a wooden spoon to make evenly spaced holes in the cake.
  • Make the pudding: Whisk instant pudding mix with milk until smooth. Pour it gently over the cake, filling the holes.
  • Mix and spread topping: Blend hot cocoa mix with whipped topping and spread over the pudding layer.
  • Add marshmallows: Sprinkle a generous amount on top.

Each step builds up to create a delicious, irresistible treat! 🎂

    Notes

    Let the cake chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before cutting. This helps the flavors meld nicely. ❄️
    For a richer taste, you can add chocolate chips on the top or a drizzle of chocolate syrup.
    If serving to guests, garnish with a sprinkle of cocoa powder for an extra special touch.
    I always enjoy adding my twist with kid-friendly toppings like colorful sprinkles! 🌈
    Keyword Chocolate cake with pudding, Chocolate poke cake, Easy Dessert Recipes, Holiday cake recipes, Hot cocoa cake, Marshmallow chocolate cake, Poke cake recipes, Winter dessert ideas