Winter Berry Poke Cake
Winter Berry Poke Cake is your go-to dessert for cozy winter nights. This luscious cake features a fluffy yellow base soaked in a vibrant berry sauce, delivering a delightful burst of fruity flavor in every bite. Perfect for festive gatherings or as a comforting indulgence, this poke cake not only tastes incredible but also brightens up any dessert table with its stunning appearance. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this easy-to-make recipe that promises joy in every slice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups frozen mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 3 oz berry-flavored gelatin
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup whipped topping (store-bought or homemade)
- Fresh berries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Mix until smooth; pour into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool for about 10 minutes.
- While the cake cools, heat frozen berries with milk in a saucepan over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until juicy. Stir in gelatin until dissolved.
- Poke holes all over the top of the warm cake using a fork or skewer and pour the berry mixture evenly over it.
- Allow to cool at room temperature for an hour so the flavors soak in.
- Top with whipped topping and garnish with fresh berries before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg