Better Than Sex Chocolate Cake (Printable Version)

Decadent chocolate cake with caramel soak, whipped topping, and crunchy toffee bits.

# What You Need:

→ Cake

01 - 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
02 - 3 large eggs
03 - 1 cup water
04 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil

→ Soaking Mixture

05 - 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
06 - 1 jar (12 oz) caramel sauce

→ Topping

07 - 1 tub (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
08 - 1/2 cup toffee bits
09 - 1/2 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Beat until smooth according to package instructions.
03 - Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
04 - Remove from oven and, while still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes about 1 inch apart across the entire cake surface.
05 - Slowly pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes. Repeat with caramel sauce, reserving a few tablespoons for drizzling.
06 - Allow the cake to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to meld the flavors.
07 - Spread the thawed frozen whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake.
08 - Sprinkle toffee bits and optional mini chocolate chips over the whipped topping.
09 - Drizzle the reserved caramel sauce over the top just before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes far more complicated than it actually is, which means you get the credit for minimal effort.
  • The combination of textures—soft cake, creamy topping, crunchy toffee bits—keeps your fork coming back.
  • It's the kind of dessert that disappears before you realize how much you've eaten.
02 -
  • Poking holes in warm cake is non-negotiable—cold cake won't absorb the milk and caramel the way it should.
  • Don't rush the chilling time; those 2 hours make the difference between good and unforgettable.
03 -
  • Reserve a few tablespoons of caramel before pouring it into the cake so you can drizzle it on top just before serving—those final touches matter more than you'd think.
  • Keep the cake refrigerated in an airtight container; it actually gets better after a day as the flavors continue to meld.
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