This Boston Cream Poke Cake is a rich and indulgent dessert that combines a light, moist yellow cake with creamy vanilla pudding and a decadent chocolate ganache topping. The « poke » technique allows the pudding to soak into the cake, making each bite a perfect balance of flavors. It’s an easy, no-fuss version of the classic Boston Cream Pie, and it’s sure to be a hit at any gathering!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 box yellow cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box: usually eggs, water, and oil)
For the Pudding Layer:
- 2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 4 cups cold milk
For the Chocolate Ganache Topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp corn syrup (optional, for glossy finish)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract