Description
Indulge in the festive delight of our Christmas Cranberry Poke Cake! This fluffy vanilla cake, drenched in tart cranberry sauce and topped with luscious whipped cream, is a must-have at any holiday gathering. Each bite offers a burst of sweet and tangy flavors, evoking the warmth of cherished family memories. Perfect for celebrations or cozy evenings, this cake is as beautiful as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or canned)
- 2 cups whipped cream (store-bought or homemade)
- Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, water, and eggs. Whisk until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the cake cool slightly, then poke holes all over the surface using a fork.
- Pour cranberry sauce evenly over the holes and let soak for at least 30 minutes.
- Spread whipped cream on top and garnish with fresh cranberries before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg