Description
Indulge in the magic of the holiday season with this Festive Christmas Cranberry Poke Cake. With its moist layers infused with sweet-tart cranberry sauce and topped with fluffy whipped cream, each slice is a celebration of flavor and joy. Perfect for gatherings, this delightful cake will bring warmth and smiles to your festive table, making it a cherished tradition for years to come.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- Whipped cream or frosting (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add milk and eggs to the dry ingredients; mix until combined but slightly lumpy.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool, then poke holes all over using a skewer. Pour cranberry sauce evenly over the cake.
- Top with whipped cream or frosting before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg