Description
This Apple Spice Poke Cake combines the warm flavors of spice cake with a luscious apple pudding filling, topped with whipped cream, caramel sauce, and crunchy sundae nuts. It’s a moist, delightful dessert perfect for fall or any occasion where a comforting, fruity cake is desired.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Ingredients
- 1 15.25 oz box spice cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
Apple Pudding Filling
- 1 20 oz can apple pie filling
- 1 1 oz box vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup milk
Toppings
- 8 ounces whipped topping (thawed)
- Caramel sauce (for topping)
- Sundae nuts (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the cake batter: In a large bowl, combine the spice cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Use a hand mixer to blend the ingredients until the batter is smooth and evenly mixed.
- Bake the cake: Pour the batter into a lightly sprayed 9×13 inch baking pan. Bake in a preheated oven for 26 to 29 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow the cake to cool completely.
- Make the apple pudding filling: In a blender, combine the apple pie filling, vanilla pudding mix, and milk. Blend until the apples are liquefied and the mixture is smooth and consistent.
- Poke the cake and add filling: Using the end of a wooden spoon, poke holes evenly over the surface of the cooled cake. Pour the apple pudding filling over the top, spreading it gently back and forth to fill all the holes thoroughly.
- Add toppings and serve: Top the soaked cake with the thawed whipped topping, drizzle generously with caramel sauce, and sprinkle with chopped sundae nuts. Slice and serve.
Notes
- This cake is best served chilled after allowing the apple pudding to soak in for at least an hour.
- You can substitute sundae nuts with chopped pecans or walnuts if preferred.
- Ensure the cake is completely cool before poking holes to prevent the filling from melting or sliding off.
- For a dairy-free variation, use a dairy-free whipped topping and milk substitute.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 29 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: apple spice cake, poke cake, autumn desserts, caramel apple cake, pudding filling cake
