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Moist & Sweet Cherry Poke Cake

Moist & Sweet Cherry Poke Cake Perfect for Any Celebration

This Moist & Sweet Cherry Poke Cake combines fluffy yellow cake soaked in cherry pie filling, creating a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 box Yellow Cake Mix Substitute with white or vanilla cake mix for a different flavor profile.
  • 3 large Eggs Essential for structure and moisture.
  • ½ cup Vegetable Oil Feel free to use melted butter for a richer taste.
  • 1 cup Water Hydrates the mix, ensuring a smooth batter.
For the Cherry Filling
  • 1 can Cherry Pie Filling Fresh cherries cooked with sugar and cornstarch offer a delightful alternative.
For the Topping
  • 1 container Whipped Cream or Cool Whip Fresh cherries are a lovely garnish.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • wooden spoon or skewer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Mix until smooth, about 2 minutes.
  3. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes, then poke holes in the surface with a wooden spoon or skewer.
  5. Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the top, ensuring it seeps into the holes.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  7. Spread whipped cream or Cool Whip over the top before serving.
  8. Garnish with fresh cherries, cut into squares, and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the cake to cool completely before poking holes to ensure proper soaking. Customize filling for unique flavors.

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