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Christmas Cranberry Poke Cake

Delightful Christmas Cranberry Poke Cake for Festive Gatherings

This Christmas Cranberry Poke Cake is a festive treat with a moist cake soaked in cranberry essence and topped with whipped cream.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White Cake Mix can be swapped for chocolate or vanilla
  • 3 large Eggs substitute with flaxseed meal for vegan option
  • 1 cup Water
For the Cranberry Layer
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce homemade elevates the taste
  • 1/2 cup Sugar adjust based on tartness preference
For the Whipped Topping
  • 1 container Whipped Topping consider homemade or mascarpone
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, and water according to package instructions. Beat for 2 minutes until smooth.
  2. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  3. Once baked, cool the cake in the pan on a wire rack for about 30 minutes.
  4. Use a fork to poke holes all over the top of the cooled cake.
  5. Pour cranberry sauce over the top, spreading gently to seep into the holes.
  6. Cover the cake loosely with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  7. Spread whipped topping over the chilled cranberry layer before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure the cake is completely cool before adding the cranberry layer to prevent sogginess. For a festive touch, consider decorating with crushed cranberries or sprinkles.

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