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Cozy Pumpkin Spice Poke Cake Recipe Perfect for Fall

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This Cozy Pumpkin Spice Caramel Poke Cake is the ultimate autumn dessert, featuring a moist, tender cake soaked in gooey caramel and topped with whipped cream and pumpkin spice.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box of spice cake mix
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling!)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 container of whipped topping (like Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream)
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce (for drizzling)
  • Pumpkin spice (for sprinkling)
  • Optional: crushed pecans or walnuts for extra crunch

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the spice cake mix, pumpkin puree, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Use a whisk or mixer to blend until smooth, but avoid overmixing.
  3. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool for about 10 minutes.
  4. Using a wooden spoon handle or chopstick, poke holes all over the cake, spacing them about an inch apart.
  5. Warm the caramel sauce slightly if needed, then pour it generously over the cake, making sure it seeps into the holes. Use a spatula to spread it evenly across the surface.
  6. Let the cake cool completely before adding the topping to avoid melting the whipped cream.
  7. Spread the whipped topping over the cooled cake. Drizzle with extra caramel sauce and sprinkle with pumpkin spice. Add crushed nuts if desired.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

[‘Don’t skip the poking step to ensure the caramel fills every nook and cranny of the cake.’, ‘Let the cake cool completely before adding the whipped topping to avoid melting.’, ‘Use high-quality caramel sauce for the best flavor.’, ‘If the cake rises unevenly, gently press it down with a clean kitchen towel while it’s still warm.’, ‘For a more decadent version, swap the whipped topping with cream cheese frosting.’]

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Keywords: Pumpkin spice, caramel poke cake, fall dessert, autumn recipe, Thanksgiving dessert, easy dessert, pumpkin cake

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