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Halloween Graveyard Chocolate Poke Cake

Eerie Halloween Graveyard Chocolate Poke Cake Delight

This Halloween Graveyard Chocolate Poke Cake is a spooktacular treat that combines rich chocolate layers with a creamy pudding filling, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 32 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 9-inch x 13-inch cake pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • food processor

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 16 ounces chocolate cake mix provides the moist base for this deliciously spooky treat
  • 3.9 ounces chocolate fudge instant pudding mix enhances the cake’s decadence
  • 0.5 cup sour cream adds richness and tenderness
  • 0.75 cup vegetable oil ensures a beautifully moist cake
  • 0.5 cup milk helps to smooth the batter
  • 3 large eggs essential for binding and fluffiness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds a delightful warmth
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt balances sweetness

For the Pudding Layer

  • 3.9 ounces chocolate instant pudding mix creates a creamy delight
  • 2 cups milk needed for pudding layer

For the Frosting

  • 2 cups heavy cream whips into fluffy frosting
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar sweetens the frosting
  • 0.33 cup chocolate instant pudding mix deepens chocolate flavor

For Decorating

  • 16 Oreo cookies crushed for spooky dirt topping
  • 9 Milano cookies used as tombstones
  • 3 ghost Peeps add a whimsical touch
  • 12 candy pumpkins brighten the cake
  • black gel icing for writing on cookies
  • Halloween sprinkles optional for color

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch x 13-inch cake pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, chocolate fudge instant pudding mix, sour cream, vegetable oil, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix on medium speed until fully combined.
  • Place the cake pan in the preheated oven and bake for 28-32 minutes.
  • Once baked, let your cake cool in the pan for 30 minutes. Poke holes all over the top of the cake with a wooden spoon handle.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and 2 cups of milk until slightly thickened. Pour the pudding evenly over the top of the cake.
  • In a large bowl, whip together the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and chocolate instant pudding mix until thick and fluffy.
  • Spread the frosting over the top of the cake evenly.
  • Crush the Oreo cookies and sprinkle over the frosting.
  • Use black gel icing to write 'R.I.P.' on each Milano cookie and place them in the frosting.
  • Press the ghost Peeps into the frosting and arrange candy pumpkins around them.
  • Sprinkle Halloween-themed sprinkles over the top if desired.
  • Before serving, cut the cake into 12 slices.

Notes

Ensure holes in the cake are evenly spaced for soaking. Chill the cake after decorating for better slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg
Keyword chocolate cake, Halloween dessert, Halloween Graveyard Chocolate Poke Cake, Halloween treats, Poke Cake, spooky cake
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