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Special Occasion Cranberry Poke Cake

This Special Occasion Cranberry Poke Cake Recipe is a festive and delicious dessert that will bring joy to your holiday celebrations. With its moist white cake base complemented by a tangy cranberry layer, this poke cake is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning. Topped with whipped cream and colorful sprinkles, it’s the perfect sweet treat to share with family and friends during the holiday season.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (15.25 oz) white cake mix
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 can (14 oz) cranberry sauce (whole berry or jellied)
  • 1/2 cup water (for cranberry layer)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Red and green sprinkles for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  3. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Let the cake cool for about 10 minutes, then poke holes throughout the top with a fork.
  5. In a saucepan over medium heat, mix cranberry sauce, water, and sugar until warmed through; pour this mixture over the poked cake.
  6. Allow the cake to cool completely before spreading whipped topping on top.
  7. Garnish with red and green sprinkles, chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in some citrus zest into your cranberry layer. You can substitute whipped topping with homemade whipped cream if preferred.

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