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Sizzling Chocolate Poke Cake – The Nation Cook dinner


Marshmallow, whipped scorching cocoa topping and moist chocolate cake make this Sizzling Chocolate Poke Cake the indulgent winter cake of your goals!

AN EASY, FUN DRINK-THEMED CAKE

This Sizzling Chocolate Poke Cake is for all of you scorching chocolate aficionados. It encompasses all the pieces within the drink however in cake type. With chocolate cake, marshmallows and extra, this cake is tremendous straightforward to throw collectively and even simpler to eat and revel in! I promise this can be one your entire household will take pleasure in. Such a enjoyable and yummy cake!

slice of hot chocolate poke cake on a white plate with two red mugs in the background.

Completely divine! This was an enormous hit at our church gathering and I got here residence with an empty dish!
– Kristen

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

What’s a poke cake?

Poke cake (generally referred to as poke gap cake) is a cake recipe that has holes poked in it after baking, often with the deal with of a picket spoon or a picket skewer. Then a liquid is poured over the baked cake to soak into the holes.

What sort of cake combine ought to I exploit?

You should utilize your favourite chocolate cake combine. I favor Duncan Hines model darkish chocolate cake combine.

Can you employ marshmallow fluff as a substitute of mini marshmallows?

Sure. You should utilize a container of marshmallow fluff. Put the fluff right into a microwave protected bowl and warmth in 10 second increments till easy and pourable. Don’t add the butter that’s listed on this recipe although. It isn’t wanted if you’re utilizing the fluff.

How shut ought to I poke my holes to 1 one other?

Poke holes by the cake about 1 inch aside. Ensure that the holes aren’t too shut collectively or too far aside—in the event that they’re too shut collectively, your cake might collapse while you attempt to reduce it; in the event that they’re too far aside, there will not be sufficient filling all through the cake.

How do you retailer leftover poke cake?

This cake might be saved within the fridge for as much as 3 days coated within the pan with plastic wrap or in an hermetic container. I don’t suggest freezing.

slice of hot chocolate cake on a small white plate with mini marshmallows sprinkled around.slice of hot chocolate cake on a small white plate with mini marshmallows sprinkled around.

INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE)

  • darkish chocolate cake combine, plus substances referred to as for on the field – don’t like darkish chocolate cake (I really am not a fan of darkish chocolate however I like darkish chocolate cake), you should use no matter chocolate cake you want.
  • mini marshmallows – mini marshmallows are going to work greatest for this however in case you solely have the common, you should use these as nicely.
  • butter – you should use salted or unsalted, simply be certain it’s actual butter and never margarine.
  • heavy whipping cream (or Cool Whip) – in case you don’t wish to make a home made whipped cream topping (as I do right here) you should use Cool Whip whipped topping. Simply take note, will probably be a little bit sweeter since Cool Whip is already sweetened.
  • scorching cocoa combine – I exploit good ole Swiss combine. You should utilize any model you want.
  • chocolate syrup and mini chocolate chips – that is for topping however it’s elective.
dark chocolate cake mix, hot chocolate mix, eggs, oil, mini marshmallows, butter, chocolate syrup, heavy cream.dark chocolate cake mix, hot chocolate mix, eggs, oil, mini marshmallows, butter, chocolate syrup, heavy cream.

HOW TO MAKE HOT CHOCOLATE POKE CAKE:

Make the chocolate cake in line with package deal directions. Pour right into a 9×13-inch baking dish that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Bake in line with package deal directions, till a toothpick inserted within the middle comes out clear. Poke the cake throughout with the underside of a picket spoon or any spherical finish handles. You need the holes to be an honest dimension for the filling to get down into.

collage of three photos: chocolate cake batter in baking dish; fully baked cake; a wooden spoon handle poking holes in cake. collage of three photos: chocolate cake batter in baking dish; fully baked cake; a wooden spoon handle poking holes in cake.

In a saucepan, soften mini marshmallows with butter. Combine continuously till melted and easy. Pour this marshmallow combination over the cake and ensure you get it down into the holes.

collage of three photos: mini marshmallows and butter slices in a pot; a spoon holding up the melted mixture; melted marshmallow mixture poured on top of cake with holes. collage of three photos: mini marshmallows and butter slices in a pot; a spoon holding up the melted mixture; melted marshmallow mixture poured on top of cake with holes.

In one other bowl, mix the heavy whipping cream and the new cocoa combine and whip till stiff peaks type (about 3 to 4 minutes). Frost the cake with the whipped chocolate cream.

collage of two photos: heavy cream and hot cocoa mix in a mixing bowl; mixed hot cocoa whipped cream spread on top of cake. collage of two photos: heavy cream and hot cocoa mix in a mixing bowl; mixed hot cocoa whipped cream spread on top of cake.

Let the cake relaxation within the fridge for just a few hours so the cake absorbs the marshmallow fluff earlier than serving. Non-obligatory: high with chocolate sauce and mini marshmallows and/or chocolate chips. Serve chilled with a cup of scorching cocoa for a decadent dessert.

closeup photo showing a side view of a slice of hot chocolate poke cake on a white plate. closeup photo showing a side view of a slice of hot chocolate poke cake on a white plate.

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Initially printed: December 2021
Republished: November 2025

closeup photo of a slice of hot chocolate poke cake topped with mini marshmallows on a white plate.closeup photo of a slice of hot chocolate poke cake topped with mini marshmallows on a white plate.

Stop your display from going darkish

  • You should utilize your favourite chocolate cake for this. I favor Duncan Hines model or Pillsbury.
  • Ensure that your holes are bigger so it’ll match the marshmallow filling.
  • This wants to relax for about 2 hours to let the filling soak into the cake.
  • A container of marshmallow fluff might be substituted for the melted marshmallow/butter combination. In a small bowl, microwave marshmallow fluff for 10 seconds till easy and simple to pour. Stir it nicely to ensure it’s straightforward sufficient to pour. Don’t add the butter that’s on this recipe although. It received’t be wanted if you’re utilizing the fluff. 

Course: Dessert

Delicacies: American

Energy: 371kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 3g | Fats: 21g | Sodium: 335mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 29g

“The Nation Cook dinner” is just not a dietician or nutritionist, and any dietary info shared is an estimate. If calorie rely and different dietary values are essential to you, we suggest working the substances by whichever on-line dietary calculator you like. Energy and different dietary values can fluctuate fairly a bit relying on which manufacturers had been used.

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