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A slice of pumpkin poke cake topped with whipped cream, caramel drizzle, and toffee bits on a white plate.
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Pumpkin Better Than Anything Cake

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 465kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 package (15.25 oz) spice cake mix
  • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
  • 3 large egg s
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/3 cup wate r
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup caramel sauce, divided
  • 8 oz whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 cup English toffee bits (such as Heath)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the spice cake mix, pumpkin puree, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes or until well combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  • Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  • Remove the cake from the oven and, while still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes across the entire surface of the cake at 1-inch intervals.
  • Stir the sweetened condensed milk and pour it slowly over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
  • Drizzle 3/4 cup of the caramel sauce evenly over the milk layer.
  • Allow the cake to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
  • Spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake.
  • Drizzle the remaining 1/4 cup of caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle evenly with toffee bits before serving.