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Christmas Red Velvet Poke Cake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This Christmas Red Velvet Poke Cake is a festive and indulgent dessert perfect for holiday celebrations. Featuring a moist red velvet cake infused with a luscious blend of sweetened condensed milk and melted white chocolate, topped with a fluffy cream cheese frosting and decorated with festive sprinkles, this poke cake is both visually appealing and irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

Scale

Cake

  • 1 box red velvet cake mix (plus eggs, oil, and water as listed on the box)

Filling

  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips, melted

Frosting

  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Decoration

  • Festive sprinkles or holiday decorations (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bake the Cake: Preheat your oven as directed on the cake mix box and prepare the red velvet cake batter according to the package instructions. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, typically about 25-30 minutes.
  2. Cool Slightly: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes to allow it to set but still be warm enough for poking.
  3. Poke the Cake: Using the handle of a wooden spoon, gently poke holes evenly all over the surface of the cake, making sure to reach near the bottom.
  4. Prepare Filling and Pour: In a bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and melted white chocolate until smooth and well blended. Pour this mixture evenly over the cake, making sure it seeps into all the holes. Allow the cake to cool further for 30 minutes so the filling absorbs completely.
  5. Make the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and mix until well combined. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping to achieve a light and fluffy frosting.
  6. Frost the Cake: Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake, covering the entire surface.
  7. Decorate and Chill: Sprinkle festive sprinkles or holiday decorations atop the frosting as desired. Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the frosting to set.

Notes

  • Ensure the cake is warm but not hot when poking holes to prevent tearing.
  • Melt the white chocolate gently, either in a microwave in short bursts or using a double boiler, to avoid burning.
  • The poke holes allow the sweetened condensed milk and white chocolate glaze to soak in, making the cake extra moist and flavorful.
  • You can substitute whipped topping with homemade whipped cream for a fresher frosting option.
  • This cake is best served chilled but can be brought to room temperature before serving for softer texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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