Description
Boston Cream Poke Cake is a scrumptious dessert that layers moist yellow cake with creamy vanilla pudding and rich chocolate ganache. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful treat that will impress family and friends. Each slice delivers a burst of flavor, making it an irresistible indulgence for birthdays, potlucks, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow cake mix (plus ingredients as per package)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Whipped topping or fresh whipped cream (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine yellow cake mix, eggs, and milk; blend well. Pour into the baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before poking holes all over the top with a fork.
- In another bowl, whisk together instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened; pour over the poked cake.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt heavy cream with chocolate chips until smooth to create ganache. Cool slightly and pour over the pudding layer.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using homemade pudding instead of instant. You can substitute vanilla pudding with chocolate pudding or add espresso powder for an adult twist.