Description
Indulge in the joy of the holidays with this Festive Christmas Cranberry Poke Cake. With its perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, this cake is a delightful centerpiece for any holiday gathering. Bursting with vibrant cranberry pools and a touch of warm cinnamon, every slice promises to be a celebration in itself. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this poke cake will have your loved ones asking for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups fresh cranberries (bright red)
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, milk, and oil until smooth and glossy.
- Gently fold in the cranberries until evenly mixed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Once cooled slightly, poke holes throughout the cake using a fork and pour cranberry sauce over the top.
- Let it cool completely before slicing; serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (106g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg