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festive christmas cranberry poke cake recipe tips

Irresistible Festive Christmas Cranberry Poke Cake in 3 Steps


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A festive Christmas cranberry poke cake is a delicious dessert perfect for holiday gatherings. This cake is moist, flavorful, and topped with cranberry sauce for a tangy twist.


Ingredients

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  • 1 box white cake mix
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • Fresh cranberries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. Mix cake mix, water, oil, and eggs in a bowl until smooth. Pour into the pan.
  3. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes. Use a fork to poke holes all over the cake.
  5. Warm cranberry sauce and pour over the cake, spreading evenly.
  6. Drizzle sweetened condensed milk over the cake.
  7. Refrigerate for 2 hours.
  8. Top with whipped cream and fresh cranberries before serving.

Notes

  • Use homemade cranberry sauce for better flavor.
  • Chill the cake before adding whipped cream to prevent melting.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

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