Decadent Chocolate Poke Cake Recipe: An Indulgent Delight for All
This decadent chocolate poke cake recipe is a rich and indulgent dessert that is perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together the sugar, flour, cocoa powder, milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, allow the cake to cool slightly, then use a fork to poke holes all over the top.
- Prepare your chocolate sauce and pour it over the cake, making sure it seeps into the holes.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
- Frost with your favorite chocolate frosting.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For extra richness, try adding chocolate chips to the batter.
- This cake can be made a day in advance for ease of preparation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg