Butterscotch Poke Cake offers a delightful twist on traditional cake, setting it apart with its rich butterscotch pudding filling. This jello poke cake is light and airy, with a tender crumb that complements the creamy filling. Each bite melts in the mouth, revealing layers of sweetness!
Our butterscotch cake recipe delivers a burst of flavor with every bite, making it a favorite for gatherings and celebrations. With a soft homemade whipped cream topping, this cake takes indulgence to the next level!
Butterscotch Poke Cake with Homemade Whipped Cream
The simplicity of the poke cake method allows for easy preparation, appealing to both novice bakers and professionals. Filling the cake with luscious butterscotch pudding creates a moist texture that enhances the overall experience. You will appreciate the straightforward steps that lead to an impressive and crowd-pleasing treat!
This dessert captivates with its simplicity and indulgence. Whether served at a gathering or as a personal treat, it consistently impresses with its flavor and feel.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Moist and Flavorful: This cake has incredible textures and is bursting with the rich flavor. The cake is infused with a butterscotch sauce that seeps into the holes poked in the cake, making each bite absolutely delicious.
- Easy to Make: This poke cake recipe is easy to make, requiring basic ingredients and minimal effort. It does require some time for cooling, but each step is simple to complete.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: This cake is perfect for gatherings or as a quick weeknight dessert. It offers a delightful balance of sweetness and creaminess. Serve it at your next family gathering or as a special treat for your family, everyone is sure to enjoy it!
Butterscotch Poke Cake Ingredients
Cake Mix: You will need one 15.25-ounce sized box of yellow cake mix for this recipe.
Water: Add in 1 cup of water to moisten the cake mix.
Oil: Use ½ cup of olive oil, or any other vegetable oil of your choice.
Eggs: 1 egg will help bind the cake ingredients together.
Cake filling
Butterscotch Chips: ½ cup of butterscotch chips is needed for this cake filling.
Pudding Mix: Use a single 3.4-ounce box of instant Butterscotch or French vanilla flavored Jell-O pudding mix (just the dry stuff).
Milk: Add 2 cups of milk for the perfect filling consistency.
Whipped topping
Heavy cream: Make your own whipped cream using 1 cup of heavy cream as the base.
Powdered sugar: 3 TBSP of powdered sugar is needed to sweeten the cream.
Butterscotch chips: Use ⅓ cup of finely chopped butterscotch chips. I measured ½ cup of whole chips and then chopped them to get the needed ⅓ cup measurement.
How to make Butterscotch Poke Cake
Prep
Get the oven preheated to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
Cake batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry cake mix, water, and oil. and eggs. Mix until well combined, be careful not to overmix.
Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 28-30 minutes. Or until the edges look set and a toothpick can be inserted into the center of the cake and come out clean. Be sure to allow the cake to cool completely before continuing, this could take 30-45 minutes.
Cake Filling
Use a large straw or the back of a wooden spoon to make holes throughout the cake. I like to make rows that are 5×12.
Melt the butterscotch chips and milk in a microwave safe bowl, in 30 second increments until you can whisk it smoothly. Then add in the dry butterscotch Jell-O pudding mix and whisk well to combine.
Pour this mixture evenly over the top of the cake, spread it to cover the whole cake so the mixture goes into all the holes you just made. Set the cake aside and allow the filling to set. I placed mine in the fridge for about 30 minutes, but you can leave it in the fridge up to overnight.
Whipped Cream
In the bowl of a stand mixer (or using a large bowl and electric mixer) combine the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and chopped butterscotch chips and beat until stiff peaks form. This generally takes 5-7 minutes for the peaks to form, believe me, the effort is worth it!
Chopping butterscotch chips- I wanted to have small pieces of butterscotch. I put them in my blender, pulse 3-4 times, shake it so it does not overheat, and do it again until I had the desired size of chips
Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cake and place it in the fridge until ready to serve. When ready, slice, serve, and enjoy!
Butterscotch Poke Cake
Ingredients
- 15.25 oz Yellow Cake Mix
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup olive oil or any vegetable oil of your choosing
- 3 eggs
Cake Filling
- ½ cup butterscotch chips
- 3.4 oz Butterscotch Jell-O pudding mix or Vanilla
- 2 cups milk
Whipped Cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 TBSP powdered sugar
- ⅓ cup butterscotch chips chopped, I started with ½ cup of whole chips
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish with butter, oil, or cooking spray.
- Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, water, olive oil, and eggs. Mix until all ingredients are combined.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared 9×13 dish and bake in a preheated oven for 28-30 minutes. Until the edges are set and when inserting a toothpick in the middle it comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely before adding the filling or topping.
- Cake Filling: With a large straw or the back of a wooden spoon, make holes throughout the cake, a 5 x 12 pattern works well to evenly distribute the filling.
- In a microwavable safe bowl, melt the butterscotch chip, and milk in 30 second increments until you can whisk it smoothly. Add in the dry butterscotch Jell-O pudding mix and whisk well to combine.
- Pour the filling evenly over the top of the cake, spread it to cover the whole cake so the mixture goes into all the holes you just made. Set the cake aside and allow the filling to set. I placed mine in the fridge for about 30 minutes, but you can leave it in the fridge up to overnight.
- Make Whipped Cream: In the bowl of a stand mixer (or using a large bowl and electric mixer) add the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and chopped butterscotch chips and mix together until stiff peaks form. This generally takes 5-7 minutes for the peaks to form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cake and then place the cake into the fridge until ready to serve. Slice, serve and enjoy!
Notes
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Can I use cool whip instead of homemade whipped cream?
Yes, you can use a tub of store bought, thawed Cool whip (or similar brand). We personally prefer the taste of homemade whipped cream instead. But you can use whatever you will like best or whatever is easier.
How long is leftover poke cake good for?
You can keep your poke cake well covered and stored in the fridge for up to 4 days. The cake will become moister/and or soggy if left for longer than that so it’s best enjoyed within 2 to 3 days.
Can I use white cake for butterscotch poke cake?
Yes, you can use white cake for butterscotch poke cake. However, keep in mind that the flavor will not be as rich as it would be with a yellow cake. If you do use a white cake, you may want to add extra butterscotch flavoring to the cake batter to enhance the flavor.
How did the poke cake trend start?
The poke cake trend started in the 1970s and 1980s. It was a popular way to jazz up a boxed cake mix and make it more exciting. The trend has since evolved and there are now countless variations of poke cake, including butterscotch poke cake.
Are there any tips for making a perfect poke cake?
To make a perfect poke cake, be sure to use a cake mix that is moist and fluffy. When poking the holes in the cake, be careful not to poke all the way through to the bottom of the pan. This will prevent the cake from falling apart. Finally, be sure to let the cake cool completely before adding the pudding or frosting. This will prevent the pudding or frosting from melting and ruining the texture of the cake.
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Butterscotch Poke Cake is a delightful and delicious dessert with a soft homemade whipped cream topping sprinkled with butterscotch chips. This poke cake is a perfect wonderful treat to share with family and friends at your next gathering or holiday party!
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