You read that right, this cake is indeed better than sex! Rich chocolate cake is topped with condensed milk and whipping cream and finished off with caramel sauce and toffee bits for a dessert you won’t forget!
Better Than Sex Poke Cake Recipe
I know that saying this cake is better than sex is a bold statement, but one piece and you’ll be convinced!
This poke cake is perfectly chocolatey and super rich and indulgent. Every single bite is truly delicious!
Simple to make, this cake is sure to be the star of the show!
Be sure to check out my White Cake with Strawberries and German Chocolate Cake.
Why you’ll love this Better than Sex Cake recipe:
- PERFECT FOR VALENTINE’S: You can. of course, enjoy this cake any time of the year, but it makes for a great Valentine’s dessert and is sure to win the hearts of everyone who tries it!
- QUICK AND EASY: It takes minutes to prep this cake and it’s made with simple ingredients.
- INDULGENT: Any cake claiming to be better than sex, needs to be decadent. Loaded with layers of flavor, this chocolate and cream cake is all kinds of naughty!
How to make Better than Sex Poke Cake
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- Bake the chocolate cake and let it cool.
- Poke holes throughout the cake with a mixing spoon.
- Mix together the condensed milk and seasonings.
- Pour all over the cake and chill.
- Make the whipped cream.
- Spread the cream over the surface of the cake and drizzle with caramel sauce.
How long does it keep?
This cake will keep well in the fridge for two days. It will still be good to eat after that, but it will start to get a little dry. Keep it covered to extend it’s life as long as possible.
Can you freeze it?
If you want to freeze this better than sex poke cake, it’s best not to add the whipped cream. Pour over the condensed milk, then wrap it tightly with plastic wrap and place in a freezer bag.
Thaw in the fridge overnight before adding the cream and serving.
What’s the best cake mix to use?
To make this cake super simple and easy, I used a chocolate cake mix – you can use your favorite brand. If you have a favorite chocolate cake recipe you of course can use that, or try my chocolate cake recipe.
Tips!
- Be sure to not poke all the way through the cake when you make the holes. They should be about 3/4 of the way through the cake.
- The holes should be around 1 inch apart. Too close together and the cake will be too moist, too far apart and there may not be enough filling.
- Let the cake cool completely before poking the holes.
Be sure to serve this better than sex cake up this Valentine’s Day, trust me, everyone will be super impressed! This dessert is so quick and easy but hands down delicious!
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Better Than Sex Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 15.25 ounces chocolate cake mix 432 grams (1 box), Betty Crocker Super Moist™ Favorites Devil's Food Cake Mix recommended
- 1¼ cups water 284 grams
- ½ cup vegetable oil 100 grams
- 3 large eggs 150 grams
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk 396 grams (1 can)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 4 grams, divided
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream 341 grams, cold
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar 14 grams
Optional Garnishes
- Caramel sauce
- Toffee bits
Recommended Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
Instructions
- Bake the chocolate cake mix as directed on the box. Once it is out of the oven and baked, cool completely.15.25 ounces chocolate cake mix, 1¼ cups water, ½ cup vegetable oil, 3 large eggs
- Once cooled, create small holes throughout the entire cake with the back of a narrow mixing spoon. Be sure to not poke all the way through the cake. Set aside.
- In a small bowl combine the sweetened and condensed milk, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until combined.14 ounces sweetened condensed milk, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- Pour the sweetened and condensed milk mixture over the cake. The mixture should fill all the holes created previously.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes for best results.
- While the cake is chilling, make the whipped cream: In a large bowl combine the heavy whipping cream, powdered, sugar, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract. Using a hand mixer, beat the mixture on high until it thickens and has the consistency of whipped cream, about 3-5 minutes.1½ cups heavy whipping cream, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Using a spatula or other tool, spread the whipped cream over the entire cake in an even layer, then drizzle the caramel sauce and toffee bits evenly over the cake, optional.Caramel sauce, Toffee bits
Last step! Don’t forget to show me a pic of what you made! Upload an image or tag me @thecookierookie on Instagram!
Becky’s tips
- Be sure to not poke all the way through the cake when you make the holes. They should be about 3/4 of the way through the cake.
- The holes should be around 1 inch apart. Too close together and the cake will be too moist, too far apart and there may not be enough filling.
- Let the cake cool completely before poking the holes.
- Nutritional information does not include optional garnishes.
Nutrition Information
I made a trifle. Cut in small pieces and layer cake , whipped cream and caramel. It’s a hit every time.
This “Better than Sex Cake” was a smash hit! Was very easy to make and was so delicious and moist. I did add the Toffee and Caramel…😋 DELISH!
Thanks for stopping by and sharing, Lisa!
So excited to make this! Question—- could I cut it in half and layer it to make it a little fancier when I serve? Or would it fall apart? Thanks!
I haven’t tried layering it before, I am sorry!