This Butterscotch Poke Cake recipe is a delightful dessert that combines a moist cake with a rich butterscotch sauce. It’s an easy cake recipe that is perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat at home.
The poke cake method allows the butterscotch sauce to soak into the cake, creating a deliciously sweet and gooey texture that everyone will love.
Simple Butterscotch Poke Cake Recipe
This cake features a light vanilla cake base that is poked with holes and drenched in a homemade butterscotch sauce. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 12 people.
Ingredients
- 1 box vanilla cake mix (plus ingredients required on the box)
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whipped topping or cool whip
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts for garnish (optional)
- Caramel sauce for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Bake the vanilla cake according to the package instructions in a 9×13 inch pan. Allow it to cool for about 10 minutes.
- Poke Holes: Use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the top of the warm cake.
- Make Butterscotch Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butterscotch chips, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Soak the Cake: Pour the warm butterscotch sauce over the poked cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes. Let it cool completely.
- Top with Whipped Topping: Once the cake is cool, spread whipped topping over the top. Garnish with chopped nuts and drizzle with caramel sauce if desired.
- Serve: Slice and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 slices
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
