Yummy Easy Butterfinger Chocolate Caramel Poke Cake

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🍫 Yummy Easy Butterfinger Chocolate Caramel Poke Cake

✨ Introduction

If you love rich, gooey, chocolate-loaded desserts, this Butterfinger Chocolate Caramel Poke Cake is pure heaven! It’s soft, moist chocolate cake soaked with sweet caramel and creamy condensed milk, then topped with fluffy whipped cream and crunchy candy pieces. The best part? It’s incredibly easy to make—perfect for busy days or when you want a crowd-pleasing dessert without stress.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Cake

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • Ingredients listed on the cake mix box (eggs, oil, water)

For the Filling

  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 jar caramel sauce

For the Topping

  • 4–5 Butterfinger candy bars, crushed
  • 1 tub whipped topping (thawed)
  • Chocolate syrup (for drizzle)
  • Extra crushed Butterfinger (optional, for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Bake the Cake

  1. Preheat your oven according to the cake mix instructions.
  2. Prepare the chocolate cake batter as directed.
  3. Pour into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  4. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 2: Poke & Fill

  1. While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake.
  2. Slowly pour the sweetened condensed milk over the cake, letting it soak into the holes.
  3. Drizzle caramel sauce evenly over the top.

Step 3: Chill

  • Allow the cake to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 1–2 hours so the flavors soak in beautifully.

Step 4: Add the Topping

  1. Spread whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake.
  2. Sprinkle crushed Butterfinger bars generously.
  3. Drizzle chocolate syrup over the top.
  4. Add extra candy pieces if desired.

🔥 Methods & Tips

Baking Method

  • Use room-temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.
  • Don’t overbake—this cake should stay soft and moist.

Poking Method

  • Make evenly spaced holes so every bite gets that caramel goodness.

Chilling Method

  • The longer it chills, the richer and more flavorful it becomes. Overnight is even better!

Serving Method

  • Serve cold for the best texture and taste.
  • Cut into squares and enjoy with coffee or tea ☕

📜 History of Poke Cake

Poke cakes became popular in the 1970s in the United States when home bakers started experimenting with pouring gelatin or sweet sauces into cakes. This technique created ultra-moist desserts packed with flavor in every bite. Over time, creative versions like chocolate caramel and candy-topped poke cakes became favorites at parties and family gatherings.

🧁 Formation (Texture & Layers)

This cake is all about layers of flavor and texture:

  • Bottom Layer: Soft chocolate cake
  • Middle Layer: Rich caramel + condensed milk soaked inside
  • Top Layer: Light whipped topping
  • Finish: Crunchy Butterfinger bits + chocolate drizzle

Each bite gives you creamy, crunchy, and gooey all at once 😍

❤️ Lovers of This Cake

This dessert is perfect for:

  • Chocolate lovers 🍫
  • Caramel fans 🍯
  • Candy bar enthusiasts 🍬
  • Kids and adults alike
  • Anyone who enjoys easy, no-fuss desserts

🍴 Conclusion

This Butterfinger Chocolate Caramel Poke Cake is the ultimate indulgence—rich, creamy, crunchy, and incredibly satisfying. It’s simple enough for beginners but impressive enough for guests. If you enjoy making treats like your favorite chocolate desserts or even your Death by Chocolate Dump Cake, this one will quickly become another go-to favorite!

If you want, I can also turn this into a no-bake version or a homemade-from-scratch version 😉

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