Description
This decadent Caramel Toffee Cake combines the rich flavors of German chocolate cake with a luscious caramel and sweetened condensed milk soak. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and crunchy Heath candy bits, it’s a perfect no-fuss dessert for any occasion that delivers a delightful blend of moist texture and sweet toffee crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box German Chocolate cake mix with required ingredients (eggs, water, oil) as per package instructions
Caramel Mixture
- 1 jar caramel sundae topping (about 16 oz)
- 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
Topping and Garnish
- 1 8 oz tub frozen whipped topping, softened (such as Cool Whip)
- 4 to 6 Heath candy bars, crumbled or Heath baking bits as preferred
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Preheat your oven and prepare the German Chocolate cake mix as directed on the box, incorporating eggs, water, and oil. Pour the batter into a 9×13-inch baking pan and bake according to package instructions. Once baked, allow the cake to cool completely at room temperature.
- Create Holes for Soaking: Using a fork, gently poke holes evenly all over the surface of the cooled cake. These holes help the caramel mixture penetrate deeply for maximum flavor.
- Mix Caramel Soak: In a medium bowl, combine the caramel sundae topping and the sweetened condensed milk. Stir until fully blended into a smooth mixture.
- Apply Caramel Mixture: Pour the caramel and condensed milk mixture evenly over the entire cake. The mixture will seep into the holes, infusing the cake with rich sweetness.
- Spread Whipped Topping: Once the caramel has been added, spread the softened whipped topping evenly over the top of the cake using a spatula, creating a smooth, creamy layer.
- Add Crunchy Topping: Sprinkle the crumbled Heath candy bars or Heath bits generously over the whipped topping layer to add a delightful toffee crunch.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld and the topping to set firmly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cake is completely cooled before poking holes to prevent breakage.
- Use softened whipped topping for easier spreading and better texture.
- Heath candy bars can be substituted with similar toffee or buttercrunch candies if desired.
- Refrigerate leftovers tightly covered to maintain freshness; consume within 3-4 days.
- For a more intense chocolate flavor, consider adding extra coconut or pecans to the cake batter if your mix allows.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: caramel toffee cake, german chocolate cake, caramel cake, toffee dessert, easy cake recipe, no-fuss desserts, Heath candy cake
