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Cherry Chocolate Chip Poke Cake

Cherry Chocolate Chip Poke Cake

  • Author: Jonathan
  • Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Cherry Chocolate Chip Poke Cake combines rich chocolate cake, juicy cherries, mini chocolate chips, and a creamy plant-based frosting. Moist and tender with bursts of cherry flavor soaked deep inside, it is an easy-to-make dessert perfect for family gatherings and special occasions. The plant-based frosting adds a smooth, luscious finish without overpowering the other flavors.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix
  • 1 cup plant-based milk
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Cherry Filling

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cherries, well drained
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Plant-Based Frosting

  • 1 cup plant-based cream cheese or plant-based butter
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
  • 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake Batter: Mix the chocolate cake mix according to package instructions, substituting water with plant-based milk. Add apple cider vinegar and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) to deepen the flavor. Gently fold in mini chocolate chips to ensure even distribution without deflating the batter.
  2. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake at the temperature and time recommended on the cake mix box, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool slightly.
  3. Create the Poke Holes: Using the handle of a wooden spoon or similar utensil, poke holes evenly across the surface of the cake. These holes will let the cherry juice soak deeply into the cake layers.
  4. Add the Cherry Filling: Drain cherries carefully and, if desired, prepare a cherry sauce with fresh cherries and a natural gelling agent. Pour the cherries or cherry sauce evenly over the cake, pressing lightly so the juice seeps into the poke holes.
  5. Prepare the Plant-Based Frosting: Beat plant-based cream cheese or butter with powdered sugar (natural), vanilla extract (natural), and natural gelling agent until the frosting is smooth, silky, and spreadable.
  6. Frost the Cake: After the cherry juice has soaked in and the cake has fully cooled, spread the plant-based frosting generously on top, smoothing it out with a spatula for an inviting finish.
  7. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the poke cake for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld and the frosting to set. Serve chilled for the best texture and taste experience.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for smoother batter and frosting.
  • Do not skip poking holes to keep the cake moist and flavorful.
  • Drain cherries well to avoid excess liquid and soggy cake.
  • Chill the cake thoroughly to meld flavors and set the frosting.
  • Use mini chocolate chips for balanced melt and distribution.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: cherry chocolate chip poke cake, plant-based frosting, easy chocolate poke cake, vegan chocolate poke cake, moist chocolate cherry cake

Find it online: https://familycookspot.com/cherry-chocolate-chip-poke-cake/