Winter Berry Poke Cake
Winter Berry Poke Cake is the ultimate winter dessert, combining a soft vanilla cake with a luscious berry syrup that seeps into every bite. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and a medley of fresh berries, this cake is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, it’s sure to become a seasonal favorite that creates lasting memories around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 oz) vanilla cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup berry jam or preserves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Prepare the vanilla cake mix as per package instructions using water and eggs.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let the cake cool completely before poking holes all over the surface.
- In a saucepan, combine mixed berries and sugar over medium heat until bubbly (about 5-7 minutes). Stir in berry jam until well combined.
- Pour the berry sauce over the cooled cake, allowing it to soak in completely.
- Spread whipped topping over the cake and garnish with additional mixed berries.
- Slice and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (119g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 43mg