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This Chocolate Wasted Poke Cake is loaded with chocolate goodness! I mean, this is one rich piece of cake. Doesn’t it just scream CHOCOLATE!

Chocolate Wasted Poke Cake piece on plate with a fork.

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Chocolate Wasted Poke Cake

I’m just going to come out and say it …. I think I need to go to a poke cake rehab or 12-step program. I love those things and my imagination is full of crazy ideas. Now, trust me when I tell you, you haven’t seen nuthin’ yet! This Chocolate Wasted poke Cake was inspired by a movie. Does anyone know what movie?

If you said “Grown-Ups” with Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade, Rob Schneider, Salma Hayak, Steve Buscemi and many others …. you would be correct! One of my favorite parts of the movie is this “chocolate wasted” clip:

***I used assorted mini candy bars, peanut butter cups and Rolos …. Now, for a word of advice, if you would like to use M&M’s add them just before serving – literally. Truthfully, my first version of this cake looked pretty gross with all of the disintegrated pools of M&M’s. That is just a friendly word of caution in case you want to try it. Wait ’til serving time – trust me! 🙂

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Chocolate Wasted Poke Cake

Chocolate Wasted Poke Cake

Yield: 18-24 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Trust me when I tell you, you haven't seen nuthin' yet! This Chocolate Wasted poke Cake was inspired by a movie .... anyone know what movie?

Ingredients

  • 1 package (15.25 oz.) chocolate cake mix
  • Ingredients listed on box to make cake
  • 1 box (3.9 oz.) instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 3 cups milk, divided
  • 1/2 cup chocolate syrup/topping
  • 1 box (3.9 oz.) instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 1 container (8 oz.) Cool Whip, thawed
  • Assorted chocolate candies

Instructions

  1. Bake the cake according to package directions using a 9x13-in. baking pan.
  2. Mix one of the pudding mixes with the 2 cups of milk in a medium bowl. Poke holes in the hot cake with the round end of a wooden spoon and slowly pour this mixture over the cake, trying to fill the holes. If necessary, microwave the chocolate topping (with the lid off) for about 30 seconds or until it pours easily. Pour evenly over the top of the cake. Let cake cool completely.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the second pudding mix with the additional 1 cup of milk. Carefully fold in the Cool Whip. Spread the mixture evenly over the top of the cake. Sprinkle the chocolate candies over the top.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Store the cake (covered) in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information:

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 230Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 440mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gProtein: 4g

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© Jamie Sherman

Originally published on October 11, 2013. Updated on April 24, 2021.

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  5. J

    Haven't seen that movie but I love those two crazy guys – Adam and David.
    I'm mostly here to tell you that I just made your Asian sticky pork meatballs and they were wonderful! Very easy too – for a recipe that tastes like it took ages to blend. So, basically, "Love Bakes Good Cakes, Brews Good Stews, and Don't Forget the Meatballs, Y'all!"

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  10. Lynn Huntley

    I have to confess, I have never made a poke cake!!! I'm afraid to make one for fear I might have to join you at the poke cake rehab:) This cake looks outrageously delicious~ Lynn @ Turnips 2 Tangerines

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  13. Cheryl King

    I love "Grown Ups" – it's hilarious! Hubby says this cake looks like death – in a good way. Thanks for sharing, delicious as always. Stopping by from Sweet and Savory Sunday.

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  26. Carrie from Carrie This Home

    I also loved Grown Ups! Such a funny movie. This poke cake would be the perfect movie snack! I'm glad you linked this up to Frugal Crafty Home Blog Hop–we're opening up a new party this Sunday at 8pm Central time! Hope to see you there.

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  27. Miz Helen

    That's a lot of Chocolate, looks like a great poke cake. Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and hope you are having a great weekend!
    Come Back Soon,
    Miz Helen

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  30. Kristina Manscill

    Hello, my name is Kristina and I think I need to join you in rehab 🙂 This is just fabulous. And that clip is fantastic. Now I'm going to have to watch the movie. Featuring this at our blog hop tonight!

    mothersniche.com Hope to see you back!

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