Creamy Chocolate Caramel Toffee Crunch Cake

introduction

This cake feels rich and fun. It mixes creamy caramel, soft chocolate, and crisp toffee. You can make it fast with a box cake mix. Serve it at a small party or on a week night when you want a treat. If you like other sweet bars, try caramel apple cheesecake bars for a different taste.

why make this recipe

You make this cake when you want a big taste with little work. The cake uses a cake mix and a few add-ons. You get many textures: soft cake, gooey caramel, and crunchy toffee. Kids and adults like it. It looks nice and tastes like a bakery cake. If you like fruit with cake, also see the chocolate raspberry cake for another idea.

how to make Creamy Chocolate Caramel Toffee Crunch Cake

Follow the steps in order. Read all steps first. Use a large bowl and a 9×13 pan. Preheat the oven. Mix the cake batter, bake it, cool it, poke holes, add caramel and toffee, then frost. For a sweet cookie side, you can pair this with salted caramel cheesecake cookies.

Ingredients :

• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• 1 cup water
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup caramel sauce
• 1 cup toffee bits
• 1 cup chocolate frosting
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
• Whipped cream (for serving, optional)

Directions :

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until well combined.
3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
4. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
5. Once cooled, poke holes in the top of the cake with a fork. Drizzle caramel sauce evenly over the top, allowing it to seep into the holes.
6. Sprinkle toffee bits on top of the cake.
7. Frost the top with chocolate frosting and sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top.
8. Serve with whipped cream if desired.

how to serve Creamy Chocolate Caramel Toffee Crunch Cake

Cut the cake into squares. Serve on small plates. Add a spoon of whipped cream if you like. You can warm a slice for a few seconds in the microwave for a softer caramel feel. For a crunchy side, try a small cookie like salted caramel chocolate cookies.

how to store Creamy Chocolate Caramel Toffee Crunch Cake

Cover the cake with plastic wrap or use an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to 2 days. If your room is warm, keep the cake in the fridge for up to 5 days. Let chilled cake sit 15 minutes at room temp before serving for a softer bite.

tips to make Creamy Chocolate Caramel Toffee Crunch Cake

• Mix the batter just until it looks smooth. Do not overmix.
• Let the cake cool well before you poke holes and add caramel. This helps the caramel sink into the holes.
• Use good quality caramel sauce for best taste.
• Use a sharp knife to cut clean slices. Warm the knife under hot water and dry it first.
• For a lighter crumb, fold in the toffee bits gently.
• For another soft cake idea, see this almond ricotta cake.

variation (if any)

• Use salted caramel sauce for a salt-sweet mix.
• Add chopped nuts like pecans or almonds on top for more crunch.
• Use caramel pudding instead of sauce for a thicker topping.
• Make cupcakes with the same steps for single servings.

FAQs

Q: Can I use homemade chocolate cake batter instead of a box mix?
A: Yes. Use any chocolate cake batter you like. Bake time may change.

Q: Do I need to chill the cake before I add the caramel?
A: No, but the cake must be cool. Warm cake will make the caramel run off.

Q: Can I make this cake ahead of time?
A: Yes. Make it a day before. Store in the fridge and bring to room temp before serving.

Q: Can I skip the toffee bits?
A: Yes. You can use nuts or extra chocolate chips instead.

Q: Can I freeze the cake?
A: Yes. Wrap slices well and freeze up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge.

Conclusion

For more ideas and a similar full recipe, see this Chocolate Caramel Crunch Cake – Bakes by Brown Sugar. You can also read a different take on the crunch cake at Chocolate Toffee Crunch Cake | The Cake Blog.