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You know that dessert that makes people awkwardly laugh when they say the name out loud? Yeah, this is that one. But let me tell you, it's not just a joke. This cake delivers. Moist chocolate cake, drenched in caramel, topped with whipped topping and crumbled candy bars—it’s a flavor bomb and a texture playground all in one. I first tried this at a family gathering, and the room went silent—except for the sound of forks scraping plates. It’s one of those desserts where seconds happen before you’ve even swallowed your first bite. And honestly, it’s the perfect kind of messy. Gooey, sweet, sticky... and completely irresistible. This version keeps it easy and low-stress, using boxed cake mix and just a handful of simple ingredients. Whether you're prepping it the night before a party or whipping it up last-minute, it never fails to impress. And no, you don’t have to blush when you say the name. I’ve been there.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Keywords: air fryer desserts easy recipes, how to make pancakes easy recipes, simple desserts few ingredients sweets easy recipes, simple homemade sweets easy recipes, sweet easy recipes, sweet easy recipes 3 ingredients, Sweet Easy Recipes Desserts
Servings: 12 servings
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 jar (12 oz) caramel sauce
  • 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
  • 3-4 Heath or Skor candy bars, crushed

Instructions

  1. Bake the chocolate cake according to the package instructions in a 9x13-inch pan.
  2. Remove the cake from the oven and, while still warm, poke holes all over the top using the handle of a wooden spoon.
  3. Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the cake, letting it soak into the holes.
  4. Drizzle the caramel sauce over the top as well.
  5. Allow the cake to cool completely, then spread the whipped topping over the cake.
  6. Sprinkle the crushed candy bars on top before serving. Store in the refrigerator.