Death by Chocolate Poke Cake

Death by Chocolate Poke Cake 🍫🍰

Ingredients:

• For the Chocolate Cake:

• 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box: eggs, oil, water)

• For the Chocolate Pudding:

• 1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix
• 2 cups cold milk

• For the Chocolate Ganache:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

• For the Whipped Topping:

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• For Garnish:

• Mini chocolate chips
• Chocolate shavings
• Crushed chocolate cookies (optional)

Instructions:

1. Bake the Chocolate Cake:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake according to the package directions, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes.

2. Prepare the Chocolate Pudding:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and thickened.

Let the pudding sit for about 5 minutes to thicken further.

3. Poke and Fill the Cake:

Using the handle of a wooden spoon or a large straw, poke holes all over the cooled cake at about 1-inch intervals.

Pour the prepared chocolate pudding over the cake, spreading it evenly and making sure it fills the holes.

Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to allow the pudding to set.

4. Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:

In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.

Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips, stirring until the mixture is smooth and glossy.

Let the ganache cool slightly before pouring it over the chilled cake.

5. Prepare the Whipped Topping:

In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.

Spread the whipped topping evenly over the ganache layer on the cake.

6. Garnish and Serve:

Sprinkle mini chocolate chips, chocolate shavings, and crushed chocolate cookies over the top for garnish.

Refrigerate the cake for at least another hour, or until ready to serve.

7. Enjoy:

Slice and serve this Death by Chocolate Poke Cake, and dive into layers of chocolate bliss. Every bite is a decadent journey through chocolate heaven! 🍫🍰