Rich, chocolatey Butterfinger Cake layered with gooey caramel, fluffy whipped topping, and crunchy candy bars. This easy poke cake is perfect for parties, potlucks, and any occasion that calls for an indulgent dessert.
Butterfinger Cake is a rich, indulgent dessert that layers moist chocolate cake with gooey caramel, fluffy whipped topping, and crunchy Butterfinger candy bars. It’s an easy poke cake that comes together quickly and always steals the show at parties, potlucks, and family gatherings.
I have been making Poke Cake Recipes for years because they are so easy. This Butterfinger Poke Cake Recipe is no exception and super easy and so delicious.
If you love all the flavor of a Butterfinger candy bar, this new recipe is a must try along with Butterfinger Cupcakes, Butterfinger Cookies and Butterfinger Pie Recipe. You might also like Crock Pot Better Than Sex Cake and Sock It To Me Cake along with this recipe for Crack Cake. For something fruity, try Cherry Pineapple Dump Cake.
What's in this post: Butterfinger Cake
Why We Love This Recipe
- Ultra-Rich and Decadent – Chocolate, caramel, and candy bars in every bite.
- Easy Poke Cake – Simple steps with big flavor payoff.
- Perfect for Sharing – Great for potlucks, birthdays, and holidays.
- Make-Ahead Friendly – Even better after chilling.
- Irresistible Crunch – Butterfinger pieces add the perfect texture.
Ingredients
- Devil’s Food Cake Mix – Use your favorite brand for a rich chocolate base.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk – Adds sweetness and helps create the gooey poke layer.
- Caramel Topping – For a rich, decadent layer over the cake.
- Whipped Topping – Light and fluffy, adds creaminess to the dessert.
- Butterfinger Candy Bars – Crushed for the perfect crunchy topping. (Homemade Butterfinger Recipe works too!)
Get the complete ingredient list at the bottom of the post.
Variations
- Cake flavor. Swap the devils food for regular chocolate or even vanilla or yellow cake mix.
- Homemade whipped cream. Try Homemade Whipped Cream in this recipe.
- Topping. Drizzle Homemade Caramel Sauce Recipe or you can us a jar caramel ice cream topping. Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce is another option for topping. Chocolate syrup works too.
Step By Step Instructions
- Step 1. First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 2. Mix together the cake mix based on the box instructions in a large mixing bowl until batter is combined.
Step 3. Get out a separate bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and caramel topping together.
Step 4. Once the cake has baked, let cool a few minutes and then poke holes all over. I used the handle of a wooden spoon.
Step 5. Evenly spread the caramel mixture all over the cake. Make sure it goes into all of the holes. I normally start at the center of the cake. Cover the cake and refrigerate 3 hours or overnight is even better.
Step 6. Top the cake with cool whip.
Step 7. Sprinkle the chopped bag of Butterfingers all over the cake.
Pro Tips
- Poke While Warm: After baking, poke holes in the cake while it’s still warm to allow the sweetened condensed milk and caramel to soak in.
- Even Caramel Layer: Pour the caramel slowly over the cake and spread gently with a spatula to cover all the holes.
- Crush Candy Bars Uniformly: Break Butterfinger bars into small, even pieces so every bite has a little crunch.
- Whipped Topping: Spread the whipped topping gently to avoid breaking the cake apart.
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld.
- Homemade Butterfinger Option: If using homemade Butterfinger, let it cool completely before chopping to maintain the right texture.
- Serving Tip: Slice with a sharp knife warmed slightly under hot water for cleaner cuts.
FAQs
Refrigerate the leftovers, covered, for up to 5-7 days. See How Long Does Cake Last in the Fridge.
Yes, you can freeze the cake plain and add the toppings later. Another option is to freeze the cake completely made.
Cover the cake in plastic wrap and again in foil. Freeze up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge when ready to eat.
More Butterfinger Dessert Recipes
More Easy Poke Cakes
- Boston Cream Poke Cake Recipe
- Chocolate Caramel Poke Cake Recipe
- S’mores Poke Cake Recipe
- Tornado Cake
- Honey Bun Cake Recipe
- Better Than Sex Cake Recipe
Indulge in this rich and crunchy Butterfinger Poke Cake today! Serve it at your next party, potluck, or family gathering and watch it disappear fast. Don’t forget to leave a comment, share your star rating, and tell us if you tried it with homemade Butterfinger for an extra-special touch!
Butterfinger Cake
Ingredients
- 1 box Devil’s Food Cake Mix
- Ingredients needed to make cake from the cake mix: eggs oil, water, etc.
- 14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 1 jar Caramel Topping 12 ounces
- 8 oz whipped topping thawed
- 5 Butterfinger Candy Bars chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Make cake mix according to package directions and bake in a well-greased 9×13 pan according to the package.
- While the cake is cooking, mix together the sweetened condensed milk and caramel topping together in a mixing bowl.
- When the cake is finished, allow it to cool for about 10 minutes, then poke holes all over cake (about 1-inch) intervals using a wooden spoon handle.
- Pour the caramel mixture over the top of the cake and allow it to seep into the holes that were poked into the cake.
- Cover and refrigerate the cake for 2-3 hours (or overnight).
- Spread whipped topping on top of the cake.
- Top with the chopped butterfingers.
- Then the cake is ready to slice, serve and enjoy!
