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Moist Caramel Pumpkin Poke Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

A decadent slice of pumpkin poke cake topped with whipped cream, caramel drizzle, and toffee pieces.
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You will love this incredibly moist Pumpkin Poke Cake, soaked in rich caramel and topped with creamy frosting. It is the perfect, easy autumn dessert for Thanksgiving or any fall gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
  • 1 can pumpkin puree (15 oz)
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
  • 1 package (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
  • 1/2 bag Heath bits or toffee pieces (8 oz)
  • Caramel sundae sauce, for drizzling
  • For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. Prepare the cake mix according to the package directions, but substitute the required amount of water with the 15 oz can of pumpkin puree. Mix until just combined.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake according to the box instructions for a 9×13 cake, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a large fork to poke holes all over the surface of the cake, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and about 1/2 cup of caramel sauce until blended. Pour this mixture evenly over the warm cake, allowing it to soak into the holes. Let the cake cool completely, about 1 hour.
  6. Prepare the cream cheese frosting: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until incorporated, then beat on medium speed until fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  7. Once the cake is cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
  8. Drizzle additional caramel sauce over the frosting. Sprinkle the Heath bits over the top.
  9. Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For an extra layer of flavor, you can substitute the Heath bits with chopped pecans or walnuts.
  • If you prefer a lighter topping, skip the cream cheese frosting and use only the thawed whipped topping, drizzled with extra caramel.
  • This cake stays incredibly moist because of the sweet caramel soaking right in.

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Find it online: https://www.purecookingjoy.com/pumpkin-poke-cake/

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