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Boston Cream Poke Cake

A delightful treat that combines classic Boston cream pie flavors in an easy-to-make cake form, perfect for gatherings and satisfying sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Course Cake, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 1 box yellow cake mix (plus ingredients required on the box)

For the Pudding

  • 2 boxes instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 oz each)
  • 4 cups cold milk For preparing pudding.

For the Chocolate Glaze

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp corn syrup (optional)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Baking the Cake

  • Preheat the oven as per the instructions on the cake mix box. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Prepare and bake the cake according to the package instructions. Once baked, let it cool for 15 minutes.

Poking Holes

  • Using a wooden spoon handle or a straw, poke holes all over the cake. Make sure to go down deep into the cake.

Preparing the Pudding

  • In a bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix with 4 cups of cold milk for about 2 minutes, until it thickens.
  • Pour the pudding evenly over the cake, filling the holes and spreading it on top.

Chilling the Cake

  • Place the cake in the fridge for at least 1 hour to let it chill and set.

Making the Chocolate Glaze

  • In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it simmers.
  • Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips. Let them sit for 2-3 minutes then whisk until smooth.
  • Stir in the corn syrup and vanilla extract.

Glazing the Cake

  • Pour the chocolate glaze over the chilled cake and spread it evenly.

Final Chill and Serve

  • Refrigerate the cake for an additional 2 hours until the glaze is set.
  • Slice the cake and enjoy your delicious Boston Cream Poke Cake!

Notes

Serve the Boston Cream Poke Cake chilled. It's a great dessert for parties, potlucks, or simply as a sweet treat at home. You can add a dollop of whipped cream or some fresh berries for a nice touch when serving. To store the cake, cover it with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and keep it in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for about 3-4 days. Make sure to keep the cake covered to prevent it from drying out.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g
Keyword Boston Cream Poke Cake, chocolate glaze, Easy Dessert, Pudding Cake, Sweet Treat
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