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Decadent Salted Caramel Whiskey Poke Cake

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A rich and indulgent poke cake featuring a moist white cake infused with a homemade salted caramel whiskey sauce, topped with whipped cream. Perfect for last-minute desserts or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white cake mix (about 15.25 oz / 432 g)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup water (240 ml)
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil (80 ml)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200 g)
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed and softened (85 g)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (120 ml), warmed slightly
  • 2 tbsp whiskey (e.g., Jameson or Bulleit)
  • 1 tsp sea salt flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (240 ml), cold
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar (15 g)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Mix on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth and pourable.
  3. Pour batter evenly into prepared pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool for about 20 minutes.
  4. While cake bakes, make the salted caramel whiskey sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt granulated sugar, stirring constantly until smooth amber liquid forms.
  5. Add butter pieces and stir until fully combined (about 2 minutes). Slowly add warmed heavy cream, stirring constantly until smooth.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in whiskey and sea salt flakes. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  7. Poke holes all over the cake about every 1 inch apart using a fork or wooden skewer.
  8. Pour warm salted caramel whiskey sauce evenly over the cake, letting it seep into the holes. Let soak for at least 15 minutes.
  9. In a chilled bowl, beat heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form (3-5 minutes).
  10. Spread whipped cream evenly over the caramel-soaked cake. Optionally, sprinkle sea salt flakes on top.
  11. Chill cake for 30 minutes if desired or serve immediately.

Notes

Use a heavy-bottomed pan to prevent burning sugar when making caramel. Poke holes evenly and deeply for best sauce absorption. Whip cream to soft peaks to avoid grainy texture. Sauce can be made ahead and gently reheated. Use smooth whiskey for balanced flavor. For dairy-free, substitute coconut cream; omit whiskey for non-alcoholic version.

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Keywords: salted caramel, whiskey, poke cake, dessert, easy, indulgent, caramel sauce, whipped cream

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