Description
Seasonal spice meets creamy indulgence in this Pumpkin Patch Poke Cake, blending autumn’s warmest flavors with silky smooth textures. Moist pumpkin cake layers infused with sweet condensed milk create a dessert that invites you to savor each delightful, spice-kissed bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box spice cake mix
- 1 cup (240 ml) pumpkin puree
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) pumpkin pie spice
Additional Box Mix Ingredients:
- Ingredients required on the box of spice cake mix (such as eggs, oil, water)
Instructions
- Prepare the cake batter by mixing spice cake mix according to package instructions, incorporating pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice for enhanced autumn flavor.
- Transfer the batter into a 9×13-inch baking pan, ensuring even distribution, and bake at the temperature specified on the package until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly, then methodically create deep holes across the entire surface using the rounded end of a wooden spoon.
- Craft the pudding filling by whisking instant pudding mix with cold milk and ground cinnamon until the mixture achieves a thick, smooth consistency.
- Carefully pour the pudding over the cake, guiding it to seep into the previously poked holes, creating saturated pockets of creamy goodness.
- Refrigerate the cake for a minimum of 2 hours, enabling the pudding to set and flavors to meld completely.
- Once chilled, generously spread whipped topping across the entire cake surface, creating a smooth, cloud-like layer.
- Enhance the presentation by drizzling caramel sauce in an artistic pattern and sprinkling crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs for added texture.
- Garnish with pumpkin-shaped candies to emphasize the seasonal theme and create a visually appealing dessert.
- Slice and serve chilled, revealing the delectable layers of spice, pumpkin, and creamy pudding.
Notes
- Swap out traditional pudding mix for a dairy-free or vegan alternative to make the recipe allergy-friendly and inclusive for different dietary needs.
- Create a gluten-free version by using gluten-free spice cake mix and ensuring all additional ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Reduce sugar content by selecting a sugar-free pudding mix and using a light whipped topping for a healthier dessert option.
- Experiment with seasonal spices like nutmeg or cardamom to enhance the pumpkin flavor profile and add depth to the cake’s taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg