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Sliced Better Than Anything Cake topped with whipped cream and toffee bits

Better Than Anything Cake

A gooey, chocolatey dessert that soaks up sweet condensed milk and caramel for a rich, moist treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box chocolate cake mix plus ingredients listed on the box (usually eggs, oil, water)
For the Sauce
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 jar caramel sauce or caramel ice cream topping
For the Topping
  • 1 tub whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 to 1.5 cups toffee bits (or crushed chocolate toffee bars)
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 pinch salt to enhance flavor
  • mini chocolate chips optional for topping
  • chopped nuts optional for topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bake the cake. Make the chocolate cake in a 9 by 13 pan following the box directions. Let it bake and cool for about 10 minutes. You want it warm, not piping hot.
  2. Poke the holes. Use the handle of a wooden spoon or a thick straw and poke holes all over the cake. Do not be shy.
  3. Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the cake, aiming for the holes. Then pour caramel sauce on top, focusing on making an even layer.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  5. Spread the whipped topping all over the cake, then sprinkle with toffee bits and optional toppings.

Notes

This cake tastes better the next day due to the chilling time. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.