Best 2 Pumpkin Caramel Poke Cake Recipes

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Calling all pumpkin spice lovers! This Pumpkin Caramel Poke Cake is the perfect fall dessert to satisfy your cravings. Made with a moist pumpkin cake base, a creamy caramel sauce, and a whipped cream topping, this cake is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

This recipe is easy to follow and can be made in just a few hours. The pumpkin cake is made from scratch, but you can also use a store-bought cake mix if you're short on time. The caramel sauce is made with simple ingredients like butter, brown sugar, and cream, and the whipped cream topping is made with heavy cream and powdered sugar.

Once the cake is baked, simply poke holes in it with a fork and pour the caramel sauce over top. Let the cake cool completely before frosting it with the whipped cream. You can then decorate the cake with additional caramel sauce, chopped nuts, or even candy pumpkins.

This Pumpkin Caramel Poke Cake is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for fall gatherings. It's also a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree after Halloween. So gather your ingredients and get ready to bake this amazing cake!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PUMPKIN-CARAMEL POKE CAKE



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This moist pumpkin cake is poked and filled with caramel sauce, topped with cream cheese frosting and drizzled with more caramel for an easy, over-the-top dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h50m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
3/4 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 cup caramel sauce
1 container Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy cream cheese frosting
2 tablespoons caramel sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat all Cake ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pan.
  • Bake 28 to 33 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Remove cake from oven to cooling rack. Immediately poke holes using fork over top of cake.
  • While cake is still warm, gently spread 1 cup caramel sauce over cake, working back and forth to fill holes. (Some filling will remain on top of cake.) Refrigerate 2 hours.
  • When ready to serve, spread frosting evenly on top. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons caramel sauce. Cut into 4 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg, Sugar 39 g, TransFat 0 g

PUMPKIN CARAMEL BOURBON POKE CAKE



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A rich, creamy pumpkin poke cake with caramel and bourbon. One slice is never enough!

Provided by Stasty Cook

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 56m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup pumpkin puree
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup canola oil
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup caramel sauce
1 tablespoon bourbon, divided
1 cup heavy whipping cream
½ cup chopped toasted pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line an 8-inch square cake pan with parchment paper.
  • Beat pumpkin puree, sugar, oil, eggs, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract together in a bowl.
  • Sift flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt into a bowl. Add to the pumpkin mixture; stir until just combined. Pour into prepared pan; smooth top with a spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Combine caramel sauce and 1 1/2 teaspoons bourbon in a saucepan over low heat; warm through, about 2 minutes. Poke holes evenly over the surface of the cake using a chopstick. Reserve 1 teaspoon of the caramel-bourbon mixture; pour remaining mixture over the cake. Place on cooling rack.
  • Beat cream and remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons bourbon in a bowl using an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Spoon whipped cream on cake; scatter pecans and drizzle reserved caramel sauce on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.5 calories, Carbohydrate 48.3 g, Cholesterol 89.9 mg, Fat 34.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 434 mg, Sugar 29.8 g

Tips:

  • For the perfect pumpkin flavor, use fresh pumpkin puree. You can make your own puree by roasting a pumpkin and then pureeing the flesh in a food processor.
  • Don't overmix the cake batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Use a toothpick to check if the cake is done. Insert the toothpick into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before poking holes in it. This will help to prevent the cake from crumbling.
  • Use a variety of toppings for your poke cake. Some popular options include caramel sauce, whipped cream, and chopped nuts.

Conclusion:

Pumpkin caramel poke cake is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist pumpkin cake, creamy caramel sauce, and variety of toppings, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give pumpkin caramel poke cake a try.

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