Chocolate Poke Cake

This cake gets rave reviews every time it's made. Definitely not for anyone on a diet! Oooey-gooey, and oh! so good! Best if served warm with vanilla ice cream.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 60 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
• Calories: 446 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 4 tablespoons milk
• 1 (14 ounce) package individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
• 1 cup strong brewed coffee
• 5 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, melted
• 0.25 cup vegetable oil
• 0.75 cup sour cream
• 1.75 cups sugar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 inch springform pan.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, and baking powder. Make a well in the center, and pour in melted chocolate, coffee, sour cream, and oil. Mix well, and spread into prepared pan.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes, then remove from pan.

Step 4

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine caramels and milk. Heat in microwave until melted. Stir until smooth. With a wooden spoon, poke holes into the cake. Pour caramel mixture into holes.