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Black Forest Poke Cake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This Black Forest Poke Cake is a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining moist chocolate cake with cherry pie filling, sweetened condensed milk, and fluffy whipped cream. The cake is baked, then poked with holes to allow the cherry mixture and condensed milk to soak in, resulting in a rich, fruity, and creamy flavor explosion. Topped with chocolate shavings and optional maraschino cherries, this cake is perfect for any celebration or cozy dessert craving.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the package)

Filling

  • 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

Topping

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup chocolate shavings or chocolate curls
  • Maraschino cherries for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and bake the cake: Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the chocolate cake mix package. Prepare the cake batter as directed and bake it in a 9×13-inch pan until done.
  2. Cool the cake: Once the cake is fully baked, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes so it’s still warm but manageable.
  3. Poke holes in the cake: Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes evenly all over the surface of the warm cake, creating spaces for the fillings to soak in.
  4. Prepare and spread cherry mixture: In a small bowl, combine the cherry pie filling with vanilla extract. Spread this cherry mixture evenly over the cake, ensuring the filling seeps into all the holes.
  5. Add sweetened condensed milk: Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the entire cake surface, letting it soak through the holes and into the cake.
  6. Chill the cake: Cover the cake with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to absorb the fillings.
  7. Make whipped cream topping: In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form, creating a light and fluffy whipped cream.
  8. Spread whipped cream: Evenly spread the whipped cream over the chilled cake, covering the cherry and milk-soaked surface thoroughly.
  9. Garnish: Sprinkle the top of the cake with chocolate shavings or curls, and add maraschino cherries for an optional decorative touch.
  10. Serve chilled: Slice the cake and serve chilled for the best flavor and texture experience. Enjoy your delicious Black Forest Poke Cake!

Notes

  • You can substitute cherry pie filling with fresh cherries and a simple cherry syrup if preferred.
  • For an extra rich flavor, try using homemade chocolate shavings from a dark chocolate bar.
  • If you want a lighter topping, substitute heavy whipping cream with whipped topping alternatives but expect a difference in texture.
  • Make sure the cake is warm but not hot when poking holes to allow liquids to soak effectively.
  • Keep the cake refrigerated until serving to maintain freshness and texture.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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