Description
Better Than Anything Cake is a decadent, no-fuss dessert featuring a rich chocolate base soaked with sweetened condensed milk and topped with luscious caramel sauce, fluffy whipped topping, and crunchy toffee bits. This crowd-pleaser is chilled to perfection, making it an ideal treat for gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus eggs, oil, and water as needed as per package directions)
Toppings and Add-ins
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 jar (12 oz) caramel sauce
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
- 1/2 cup toffee bits or crushed Heath bars
- Optional: chocolate syrup for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare and Bake Cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Follow the package directions for the chocolate cake mix, including adding the required eggs, oil, and water. Pour the batter into a 9×13-inch baking pan and bake until done, usually about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Poke Holes in Cake: While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes evenly across the entire surface of the cake. This allows the condensed milk to soak in deeply for maximum flavor.
- Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Pour the entire can of sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes and saturate the cake thoroughly.
- Drizzle Caramel Sauce: Next, drizzle the jar of caramel sauce over the cake, spreading it gently if needed. Then allow the cake to cool fully to room temperature; this may take about 30-40 minutes.
- Spread Whipped Topping: Once the cake has cooled, evenly spread the thawed whipped topping over the entire cake surface, creating a smooth, light layer.
- Top with Toffee Bits and Chocolate Syrup: Sprinkle the 1/2 cup of toffee bits or crushed Heath bars generously over the whipped topping. If desired, drizzle chocolate syrup artistically over the top for extra indulgence.
- Chill Before Serving: Place the finished cake in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours. Chilling helps the flavors meld and firms up the topping, making it easier to slice and serve.
Notes
- Use a 9×13-inch pan for best results and even baking.
- Make sure to poke the holes while the cake is warm to allow the sweetened condensed milk to absorb properly.
- You can substitute toffee bits with crushed candy bars like Heath for a similar crunch.
- Chilling the cake is essential to set the whipped topping and meld flavors.
- Optional chocolate syrup adds extra chocolate flavor but can be omitted if preferred.
