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Winter Berry Poke Cake

Winter Berry Poke Cake is a delightful dessert that brings the tartness of fresh raspberries and blueberries together with a moist vanilla cake, soaked in a luscious berry syrup. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and more berries, this cake is perfect for winter gatherings or holiday celebrations.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 box (15.25 oz) vanilla cake mix
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 cups whipped topping (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/4 cup berry syrup (made from equal parts sugar and water with fresh berries)
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Prepare the vanilla cake mix according to package instructions by combining it with eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Pour into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Once baked, let the cake cool for about 10 minutes, then poke holes all over its surface using a skewer or fork.
  4. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine equal parts sugar and water with fresh berries to create berry syrup. Allow to cool slightly before pouring evenly over the poked cake.
  5. Spread whipped topping over the cooled cake, then top with additional fresh berries and dust lightly with powdered sugar.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
  • Author: Laura Lopez
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
  • Calories: 260
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: - Swap seasonal fruits like strawberries or peaches for added variety. - Mix a splash of vanilla extract into the whipped cream for extra flavor. - Ensure the cake is completely cooled before adding toppings to maintain texture.