Description
Mounds Poke Cake is a rich, indulgent dessert made with chocolate cake, sweetened condensed milk, shredded coconut, and whipped topping, creating a deliciously gooey and moist treat. It’s a perfect dessert for chocolate lovers and can be customized for dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1/2 cup chocolate syrup
- Additional shredded coconut for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for 10-15 minutes. Once slightly cooled, poke holes in the cake using the handle of a wooden spoon.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, 1/2 cup chocolate syrup, and shredded coconut. Pour evenly over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes. Let it sit for 30 minutes or refrigerate to speed up the process.
- Top the cake with whipped topping, drizzle with remaining chocolate syrup, and sprinkle with shredded coconut.
- Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
Notes
- If you’re making it dairy-free, substitute sweetened condensed milk with almond or coconut milk, and use dairy-free chocolate chips and whipped topping.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free chocolate cake mix.
- For a reduced sugar version, opt for a sugar-free cake mix and sugar-free condensed milk.
- Consider adding flavor variations like peppermint extract or espresso powder for a twist on the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Mounds Poke Cake, chocolate poke cake, coconut cake, easy dessert, chocolate dessert