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Gingerbread Poke Cake: A Decadent Holiday Dessert


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  • Author: charlotte
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A festive gingerbread poke cake topped with a sweet layer of butterscotch sauce, fluffy whipped cream, and crunchy toffee bits. Perfect for holiday gatherings.


Ingredients

  • 1 Gingerbread Cake Mix, plus ingredients required to prepare the cake
  • ยฝ cup sweetened condensed milk
  • ยพ cup Butterscotch ice cream topping
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip (or freshly whipped cream)
  • 1 cup toffee bits (or other crunchy topping)


Instructions

  1. Prepare the gingerbread cake according to package instructions and bake as directed. Let cool slightly.
  2. Poke holes all over the warm cake using the handle of a wooden spoon or a skewer.
  3. Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes.
  4. Pour butterscotch topping evenly over the cake.
  5. Spread Cool Whip over the top of the cake once cooled completely.
  6. Sprinkle toffee bits or other desired crunchy topping over the cake.
  7. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving for best results.

Notes

  • Can substitute whipped cream for Cool Whip for a fresher taste.
  • Optional: add a drizzle of chocolate sauce for extra flavor.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking / Poke Cake
  • Cuisine: American