Mocha Poke Cake Recipe

This Mocha Poke Cake is a delightful dessert that combines rich chocolate and coffee flavors, making it a perfect treat for coffee lovers. The cake is infused with a mocha mixture and topped with whipped cream, creating a moist and flavorful dessert.

The recipe is simple to follow and ideal for gatherings or special occasions. It’s a great way to impress guests with a deliciously indulgent dessert.

Delicious Mocha Poke Cake Recipe

This Mocha Poke Cake features a light chocolate cake soaked in a coffee and chocolate mixture, topped with fluffy whipped cream. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 12 people.

Ingredients

1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients required on the box)
1 cup brewed coffee, cooled
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup chocolate syrup
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Cake: Preheat the oven according to the cake mix instructions. Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan. Prepare the chocolate cake mix as directed on the box and pour it into the prepared pan.
Bake the Cake: Bake the cake according to the package instructions. Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes.
Poke the Cake: Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the top of the warm cake, about 1 inch apart.
Make the Mocha Mixture: In a bowl, combine the brewed coffee, sweetened condensed milk, and chocolate syrup. Stir until well mixed.
Soak the Cake: Pour the mocha mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes. Let the cake cool completely.
Prepare the Topping: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Frost the Cake: Spread the whipped cream over the cooled cake. Garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder if desired.
Serve: Slice the cake and serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy your delicious mocha poke cake!