Caramel Apple Snickers Poke Cake

Name: Caramel Apple Snickers Poke Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 2 h 45 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 (13.25 oz) box French vanilla cake mix; Ingredients called for on cake mix box (typically water, oil, and eggs); 1/2 cup caramel sauce, divided; 1 (2.55 oz) box Snickers-flavored instant pudding mix; 2 cups cold milk; 1 (8 oz) container frozen whipped topping, thawed; 2 green apples, diced; 1 tsp lemon juice; 1 cup chopped Snickers bars

This caramel apple Snickers poke cake is a vanilla cake soaked with caramel and Snickers pudding, then topped with whipped cream, diced green apples, and chopped Snickers bars. It's an easy, make-ahead dessert that combines salted-sweet and fruity flavors in one simple cake.

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Total

2h 45m

Servings

12

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$19–$31

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Ingredients

1 (13.25 oz) box French vanilla cake mix
Ingredients called for on cake mix box (typically water, oil, and eggs)
1/2 cup caramel sauce, divided
1 (2.55 oz) box Snickers-flavored instant pudding mix
2 cups cold milk
1 (8 oz) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 green apples, diced
1 tsp lemon juice
1 cup chopped Snickers bars

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Instructions

1
Prepare the vanilla cake mix according to the package directions. Pour the batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
2
Bake at 350°F (175°C) until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, and the cake is golden brown.
3
While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a similar tool to poke holes all over the top.
4
Drizzle about half of the caramel sauce over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes.
5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and cold milk until it begins to thicken.
6
Pour the prepared pudding over the cake, spreading it evenly to cover the surface and fill the holes.
7
Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours, or until the pudding is fully set.
8
While the cake chills, prepare the toppings. Dice the green apples and toss them with lemon juice to prevent browning. Chop the Snickers bars into small pieces.
9
Once the cake is chilled and set, spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer.
10
Drizzle the remaining caramel sauce over the whipped topping.
11
Sprinkle the diced green apples and chopped Snickers bars over the top.
12
Serve chilled.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Pierce the warm cake all over with a fork before pouring caramel sauce so it absorbs deeply into the crumb.
Mix the pudding with cold milk 5 minutes before spreading to ensure it's thick enough to layer without seeping into the cake.
Toss diced apples with lemon juice immediately after cutting to prevent oxidation and browning.
Chop Snickers bars with a sharp knife dipped in hot water for cleaner cuts without the chocolate clumping.

Substitutions

Snickers pudding → Butterscotch instant pudding (similar caramel-sweet profile)
Green apples → Granny Smith apples specifically (most tart and slow to brown) or honeycrisp apples (sweeter alternative)
Whipped topping → Fresh whipped cream (sweeter, less stable; use within 4 hours)
Caramel sauce → Dulce de leche (thicker, richer; thin with 1 tbsp water if needed)

Storage & make-ahead

Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Do not freeze after adding fresh apple and Snickers toppings; freeze the assembled cake (without toppings) for up to 2 weeks, then thaw and top before serving.

Common Questions

Can I make this cake ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble the cake (including pudding layer) up to 24 hours ahead. Add fresh apple topping and Snickers pieces within 2 hours of serving to prevent browning and maintain texture.