boston cream poke cake

88 Pinches 7 Photos
Here, KY
Updated on Nov 10, 2021

This is my version of a popular recipe for a Boston cream poke cake. It is absolutely luscious! Sorry my photos don't do it justice. :-/

prep time 40 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake
yield 18 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • all ingredients to prepare cake per instructions on box
  • 2 packages instant vanilla pudding, regular or sugar-free
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 package semisweet chocolate chips ( i like "special dark")
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons corn syrup

How To Make boston cream poke cake

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter and lightly flour, or use Baker's Joy spray, to prepare a 9"x13" casserole dish.
  • Baked yellow cake in 9
    Step 2
    Prepare cake mix according to package instructions. Let cake cool completely before proceeding (one hour on the counter and 1/2 an hour in the refrigerator is recommended.)
  • Using wooden spoon to poke holes all over cooled cake.
    Step 3
    Use the round handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes (all the way to the bottom) all over the cake. Set aside.
  • Pudding poured over cake.
    Step 4
    Whisk together instant puddings, milk and vanilla extract. Quickly, before pudding thickens, pour all over the cake, using a spatula to evenly distribute and guide the pudding into the holes. Refrigerate cake for one hour before proceeding.
  • Stirring melted chocolate chips in hot cream.
    Step 5
    Over medium heat, warm cream in a saucepan until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat, add chocolate chips and corn syrup; stir several minutes until smooth.
  • Using toothpick to pop small bubbles in the chocolate glaze.
    Step 6
    Let cool for 10 minutes, then evenly pour/spread chocolate mixture over chilled cake. Use a toothpick to burst any small bubbles in the chocolate for a glassy smooth top.
  • Cake ready to chill before serving.
    Step 7
    Refrigerate cake for several hours or overnight before serving. Store in refrigerator.

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