Description
This Pumpkin Better Than Sex Cake is a moist and decadent dessert that combines the warm flavors of pumpkin and yellow cake with a luscious topping of sweetened condensed milk, Cool Whip, Heath bits, and caramel sauce. Perfect for fall festivities or whenever you want a rich and indulgent treat that will blow your mind.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1 can pumpkin puree (15 oz, not pumpkin pie mix)
Topping
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz, fat-free OK)
- 1 package Cool Whip (8 oz)
- 1/2 bag Heath bits (about 4 oz from an 8 oz bag)
- Caramel sundae sauce, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cake.
- Prepare Cake Batter: Prepare the yellow cake mix as directed on the box, substituting the water with pumpkin puree to infuse that rich autumn flavor.
- Bake Cake: Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan and bake for approximately 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Poke Holes: Allow the cake to cool slightly. Using a fork or skewer, poke holes all over the surface of the warm cake to allow the condensed milk to seep in.
- Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the warm cake, letting it absorb into the holes for maximum moistness.
- Refrigerate: Place the cake in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to let it set properly and enhance the texture.
- Spread Cool Whip: Once chilled, spread an even layer of Cool Whip over the top of the cake as a creamy topping.
- Add Heath Bits: Sprinkle Heath bits generously over the Cool Whip for a delightful crunchy contrast.
- Drizzle Caramel Sauce: Just before serving, drizzle caramel sundae sauce over the top to finish this luscious dessert.
Notes
- Ensure you use pumpkin puree and not pumpkin pie mix, as the mix contains added spices and sugars that could alter the flavor.
- Chilling the cake for longer than 1 hour will allow the flavors to meld better and improve texture.
- For a lighter version, you can use fat-free sweetened condensed milk and reduced-fat Cool Whip.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator covered tightly; it will keep well for 3-4 days.
- If you prefer, substitute Heath bits with crushed toffee or pecans for a different crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Pumpkin cake, autumn dessert, easy pumpkin recipe, moist pumpkin cake, Heath bits cake, sweetened condensed milk cake, caramel dessert
