Description
Boston Cream Poke Cake is a moist, indulgent dessert that combines the classic flavors of Boston Cream Pie with a simple, easy-to-make cake. It’s a rich combination of vanilla cake, creamy custard, and a decadent chocolate glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 1 (3.4 oz) package vanilla instant pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the yellow cake mix according to the package instructions, using the eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the vanilla pudding. In a bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes, or until thickened. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Once the cake has cooled for about 10 minutes, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake, about 1 inch apart.
- Spread the vanilla pudding over the cake, making sure it fills the holes. Allow the cake to cool completely.
- In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
- Pour the chocolate glaze over the cooled cake, spreading it evenly to cover the top.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a more decadent treat, add whipped cream on top before serving.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Make sure the cake is completely cooled before adding the pudding and glaze to avoid melting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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