Christmas Cranberry Poke Cake
Christmas Cranberry Poke Cake is a festive dessert that combines the tartness of cranberries with a moist yellow cake, creating an explosion of flavor in every bite. Topped with luscious whipped cream and fresh cranberries, this cake not only tastes incredible but also adds a vibrant touch to your holiday table. Easy to prepare, it’s the perfect centerpiece for your seasonal gatherings and is sure to delight family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or canned)
- 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip)
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, water, and oil. Mix on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- Once cooled, poke holes in the cake using a fork or skewer about an inch apart.
- Spread cranberry sauce evenly over the top, allowing it to seep into the holes. Refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Top with whipped topping, garnish with fresh cranberries, and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg