Description
Seasonal delight pumpkin patch poke cake dazzles with autumnal warmth and creamy richness. Spiced layers infused with caramel and topped with whipped cream promise a memorable dessert you’ll savor down to the last crumb.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box spice cake mix
- 1 cup (240 ml) pumpkin puree
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Preparation Ingredients:
- Ingredients required on the box for cake mix (such as eggs, oil, water)
Instructions
- Prepare the spice cake mix according to package instructions, incorporating pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice into the batter. Transfer the mixture to a 9×13-inch baking pan and bake at the recommended temperature until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly, then methodically create deep holes across the entire surface using a wooden spoon handle.
- Combine instant pudding mix with cold milk and cinnamon, whisking vigorously until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth. Carefully pour the pudding over the cake, ensuring it seeps into each punctured opening.
- Refrigerate the cake for a minimum of 2 hours, allowing the pudding to completely set and permeate the cake’s interior.
- Once chilled, generously spread whipped topping across the entire cake surface, creating an even layer. For added indulgence, drizzle caramel sauce in an artistic pattern.
- Enhance the presentation by sprinkling crushed graham crackers and decorating with pumpkin-shaped candies. The final touch adds both visual appeal and textural contrast.
- Slice the cake into generous portions and serve chilled, celebrating the rich, autumnal flavors of this decadent dessert.
Notes
- Swap out regular milk for dairy-free alternatives like almond or oat milk to make the recipe vegan-friendly and accommodate lactose intolerance.
- Reduce sugar content by using sugar-free pudding mix and a low-sugar whipped topping for a diabetic-friendly version.
- Create a gluten-free option by using a gluten-free spice cake mix and ensuring all additional ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Enhance the cake’s moisture by gently folding in extra pumpkin puree or adding a tablespoon of vegetable oil to the cake batter for a more tender crumb.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg