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Halloween Graveyard Poke Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Diane
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Halloween Graveyard Poke Cake is a spooky and delicious dessert featuring moist chocolate cake soaked in sweetened condensed milk, topped with creamy whipped topping and crushed chocolate cookies to resemble dirt. Decorated with gummy worms, candy pumpkins, and tombstone-shaped cookies, this fun and festive cake is perfect for Halloween parties or any celebration needing a creepy-cute treat.

Ingredients

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Cake:

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)

Filling & Topping:

  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
  • 1 package chocolate sandwich cookies (crushed)

Decorations:

  • Gummy worms
  • Candy pumpkins
  • Tombstone-shaped cookies

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven according to the temperature guided on the chocolate cake mix package to ensure proper baking.
  2. Prepare the cake batter: Follow the instructions on the cake mix box to make the chocolate cake batter by mixing cake mix with the required ingredients.
  3. Bake the cake: Pour the batter into a 9×13-inch pan and bake it according to the box instructions. Once done, allow the cake to cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
  4. Poke holes in the cake: Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the surface of the warm cake, spacing them about an inch apart to allow the filling to seep in.
  5. Pour sweetened condensed milk: Evenly pour the 14 oz can of sweetened condensed milk over the entire cake, letting it soak deep into the holes for a moist texture.
  6. Cool completely: Let the cake cool down fully to room temperature to set before adding the topping.
  7. Spread whipped topping: Generously spread the 8 oz container of whipped topping evenly over the cooled cake to create a creamy layer.
  8. Add cookie crumb ‘dirt’: Sprinkle crushed chocolate sandwich cookies over the whipped topping to mimic dirt.
  9. Decorate the graveyard: Arrange gummy worms, candy pumpkins, and tombstone-shaped cookies on top for a spooky graveyard effect.
  10. Refrigerate before serving: Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and the cake to firm up before serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients when preparing the cake mix for better texture.
  • Ensure the cake is still warm but not hot when poking holes so the condensed milk absorbs well.
  • For best flavor, decorate the cake just before serving to keep gummy worms fresh.
  • This cake keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Can be made a day ahead; just refrigerate and decorate before serving.

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Find it online: https://savorytablerecipes.com/halloween-graveyard-poke-cake-recipe/