Rich, gooey, and completely irresistible – this iconic dessert lives up to its bold name! Made with a decadent chocolate cake base, soaked in caramel and topped with fluffy whipped cream and crushed toffee or candy bars, it’s the perfect indulgence for parties, potlucks, or a night in with a spoon.
📝 Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients to prepare)
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 (12 oz) jar caramel sauce
- 1 (8 oz) tub Cool Whip, thawed
- 3–4 crushed Heath bars or Snickers/Milkway/Butterfinger
- Optional: chocolate sauce or extra caramel drizzle
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Bake the cake according to package directions in a 9×13-inch pan. Let it cool for about 10 minutes.
2️⃣ Poke holes all over the warm cake using the end of a wooden spoon or a straw.
3️⃣ Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake, followed by the caramel sauce. Let it soak in while the cake cools completely.
4️⃣ Once cool, spread Cool Whip evenly over the top.
5️⃣ Sprinkle with your crushed candy bars, drizzle with more caramel or chocolate sauce, and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
💡 Tips & Tricks
- Want to go next-level? Add a layer of chocolate pudding between the cake and Cool Whip!
- Best enjoyed cold—make it a day ahead for max flavor.
- Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Gooey, creamy, and chocolatey
✔️ Just 6 simple ingredients
✔️ A guaranteed crowd-pleaser
✔️ No fancy equipment needed
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