Description
This Melting Witch Poke Cake is a spooky and fun Halloween dessert featuring a moist chocolate cake infused with green-tinted pudding. Decorated with whipped topping, chocolate syrup, and festive candy accents, this poke cake mimics a melting witch perfect for Halloween parties or seasonal gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box: eggs, oil, water)
Pudding
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant pistachio or vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- Green food coloring
Topping and Decoration
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (thawed)
- Chocolate syrup or hot fudge sauce
- Halloween sprinkles or crushed chocolate cookies
- Candy witch hats
- Striped candy sticks or pretzel rods (for “legs”)
- Optional: candy eyes or green candy melts for decoration
Instructions
- Bake the Cake: Preheat your oven and prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions. Pour the batter into a 9×13-inch pan and bake as directed. Once baked, let the cake cool for 10 minutes to slightly firm up.
- Poke Holes in Cake: Use the end of a wooden spoon to gently poke holes all over the surface of the warm cake. These holes will allow the pudding to seep into the cake, adding moistness and flavor.
- Prepare the Pudding: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until it starts to thicken. Add a few drops of green food coloring and stir it thoroughly to achieve an even color.
- Pour Pudding Over Cake: Pour the green pudding evenly over the cake, making sure to spread it into the holes to fully infuse the cake. Smooth it across the top. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to let the pudding set and fully absorb.
- Add Whipped Topping and Decorations: After chilling, spread the whipped topping evenly over the cake’s surface. Drizzle chocolate syrup or hot fudge sauce over the top to create a ‘melted witch goo’ effect. Sprinkle with Halloween sprinkles or crushed chocolate cookies for texture and festive flair.
- Finalize the Decoration: Place candy witch hats on the cake and stick striped candy sticks or pretzel rods into the cake to form melting witch legs. Add optional candy eyes or green candy melts to enhance the spooky look. Serve the cake chilled for best taste and presentation.
Notes
- If pistachio pudding is unavailable, use green-tinted vanilla pudding to maintain the color and flavor.
- For a richer, more decadent topping, substitute hot fudge sauce for the chocolate syrup.
- Decorate the cake just before serving to ensure the toppings stay fresh and visually appealing.
