Description

This Hot Cocoa Poke Cake brings major cozy energy to your dessert table. It’s rich, chocolatey, and packed with that nostalgic hot cocoa flavor everyone loves during the colder months. With a fluffy marshmallow layer and smooth chocolate topping, this cake turns a classic boxed mix into a show-stopping treat that feels festive, indulgent, and impossible to resist.

Perfect for holiday gatherings, winter celebrations, or whenever you want a dessert that feels extra special without extra stress.

Ingredients

Scale

1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix, plus items required on package
1 jar (7 oz) marshmallow creme
2 tbsp water
1 jar (11.25 oz) chocolate fudge sauce
1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
2 packets hot chocolate mix (about ¼ cup total)
1 ½ cups mini marshmallows
2 tbsp mini chocolate chips

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Instructions

Prepare the chocolate cake according to package instructions in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Once baked, set it aside and allow it to cool completely.
Using the end of a wooden spoon or a sturdy chopstick, create evenly spaced holes across the surface of the cake, leaving about an inch of space between each one.
Place the marshmallow creme and water into a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 20 seconds, then stir until smooth and pourable. If the mixture feels too thick, heat for an additional 10 seconds and mix again.
Pour the warm marshmallow mixture over the cake, spreading gently and pushing it into the holes so every bite becomes infused with creamy sweetness.
Warm the chocolate fudge sauce as instructed on the label. Pour and spread it over the entire surface of the cake, then let it cool slightly before moving on.
In a separate bowl, gently combine the whipped topping with the hot chocolate mix. Fold carefully until smooth and evenly blended.
Spread this chocolatey whipped layer over the cooled cake and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to come together beautifully.
Just before serving, sprinkle mini marshmallows and chocolate chips over the top. Slice, serve, and watch it disappear fast.

Notes

Keep any leftovers covered and chilled for up to 3 days.
Feel free to use any chocolate cake mix you love — Devil’s Food adds an extra rich flavor.
If baking in a glass dish, check doneness a few minutes early since glass tends to bake faster.
Always transfer marshmallow creme to a microwave-safe bowl before heating. Never heat it in its original container.
Stir the whipped topping and hot chocolate mix gently to avoid thinning the texture. Overmixing can cause it to lose its fluffiness.
Skip unsweetened cocoa powder here — it can make the topping overly bitter.
For the best texture, add marshmallows right before serving so they stay soft and fresh.

Category: Desserts