Description
This Caramel Apple Poke Cake is a delightful dessert that combines a moist white cake base with sweetened condensed milk soaked through its holes, topped with chopped apple pie filling, creamy whipped topping, and finished with luscious caramel sauce. Perfect for fall gatherings or any occasion where a comforting, fruity, and creamy treat is needed.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake
- 1 box (15.25 ounces) white cake mix (including eggs, water, and oil as required by the cake mix instructions)
For the Filling and Topping
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling
- 1 container (8 ounces) Cool Whip, thawed (or fresh whipped cream)
- Caramel sauce/topping, for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Preheat your oven according to the cake mix instructions and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by greasing or lining it. Prepare and bake the white cake mix exactly as directed on the box. Allow the cake to bake fully and then cool completely in the pan.
- Poke the Cake: Once the cake is cooled, take a wooden spoon handle and poke holes evenly all over the surface of the cake. Aim for holes about 1 inch apart to ensure even absorption of the filling.
- Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Slowly pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake, making sure to fill the holes created by poking. This will make the cake extra moist and rich.
- Prepare the Apple Topping: Chop the apples from the apple pie filling into smaller bite-sized pieces for easier serving and distribution. Then, spread the chopped apple pie filling evenly over the top of the milk-soaked cake.
- Top with Whipped Cream: Spread the thawed Cool Whip or fresh whipped cream evenly over the apples, covering the entire surface.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the cake and refrigerate it until ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld and the cake to firm up. When serving, drizzle caramel sauce generously over each slice for added sweetness and decoration. Enjoy your delicious Caramel Apple Poke Cake!
Notes
- You can substitute fresh whipped cream for Cool Whip for a fresher taste.
- Make sure the cake is completely cooled before poking and pouring condensed milk to prevent sogginess.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a little cinnamon or nutmeg on the apple topping before adding whipped cream.
- This cake can be made a day in advance and kept refrigerated to deepen the flavors.
- Use a good-quality caramel sauce or homemade caramel for the best taste.
