Mocha Poke Cake
Ingredients:
– For the Cake:
– 1 box chocolate cake mix plus ingredients listed on the box: eggs, oil, water
– For the Mocha Filling:
– 1 can 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
– 1/2 cup brewed coffee
– 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
– 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur optional, omit to remove alcohol
– For the Whipped Topping:
– 2 cups heavy whipping cream
– 1/4 cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules optional for added coffee flavor
– For the Garnish:
– Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder optional
– Additional chocolate syrup optional
Directions:
1. Bake the Cake:
Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Prepare the chocolate cake batter according to the package instructions. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool slightly.
2. Prepare the Mocha Filling:
In a bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, brewed coffee, chocolate syrup, and coffee liqueur if using. Once the cake has cooled for about 10 minutes, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake.
3. Soak the Cake:
Slowly pour the mocha filling over the cake, making sure the mixture seeps into the holes. Spread the mixture evenly over the top. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour, allowing the filling to soak in and the cake to cool completely.
4. Make the Whipped Topping:
In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and instant coffee granules if using until stiff peaks form. Spread the whipped topping evenly over the cooled cake.
5. Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle the top with chocolate shavings, dust with cocoa powder, or drizzle additional chocolate syrup for extra indulgence. Slice the cake and enjoy the rich mocha flavor with every bite!
Nutritional Information:
– Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes plus chilling time
– Kcal: 400 kcal per serving Servings: 12 servings
#MochaPokeCake #ChocolateLovers #CoffeeDesserts #PokeCake #CakeRecipes