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Christmas Cranberry Poke Cake

Delightful Christmas Cranberry Poke Cake to Wow Your Guests

This Christmas Cranberry Poke Cake is a festive delight filled with tangy cranberry infusion that will impress your guests.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Consider making a homemade version for a personal touch.
  • 1 cup Water Ensure it's at room temperature for even mixing.
For the Cranberry Layer
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce Store-bought is convenient, but homemade elevates flavor.
For the Topping
  • 1 container Whipped Topping Substitute with fresh whipped cream for an indulgent twist.

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Skewer
  • rubber spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix and water until smooth. Pour into a greased 9x13-inch baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool for 15 minutes.
  2. Poke holes evenly across the cake surface with a skewer, about an inch apart.
  3. Pour cranberry sauce over the top of the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  4. Spread whipped topping generously over the cranberry layer.
  5. Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. Slice the chilled cake into squares and garnish with fresh cranberries or a sprig of mint.

Notes

Cooling the cake completely is key before adding the cranberry sauce. Refrigerate the cake to enhance flavors.