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Honey Bun Poke Cake

This Honey Bun Poke Cake is a delightful treat with a gooey cinnamon swirl and creamy topping!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 15.25-ounce box yellow cake mix
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1 heaping tablespoon cinnamon or to taste
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • ¼ cup milk (I used whole)
  • 1 8-ounce container whipped topping thawed (I used lite; you may not need the entire container)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Toothpick or skewer
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, sour cream, and vegetable oil. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a separate small bowl, mix together the packed light brown sugar and cinnamon.
  4. Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared 9x13-inch baking pan. Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter. Pour the remaining cake batter on top.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Once the cake is baked, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes. Poke holes all over the surface of the cake.
  7. In a medium bowl, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar and milk until smooth.
  8. Pour the glaze evenly over the warm cake, allowing it to seep into the holes.
  9. Once the glaze has settled, spread the thawed whipped topping over the entire surface of the cake.
  10. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for the best flavor.

Notes

  • Allow the cake to rest overnight for enhanced flavors.
  • Adjust cinnamon in the mixture according to your taste.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, covered well.