Best 5 1 2 3 Cherry Poke Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable 1-2-3 Cherry Poke Cake, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic cake recipe is a delightful blend of simplicity and indulgence, featuring a moist and fluffy cake base generously poked with holes and drenched in a luscious cherry filling. The crowning glory is a luscious whipped cream frosting, adding an ethereal lightness and a touch of sweetness. This recipe also includes variations to cater to different preferences, including a luscious chocolate version, a tangy lemon variation, and a delightful pineapple twist. Each variation offers a unique flavor profile, ensuring there's something for every palate. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with our 1-2-3 Cherry Poke Cake and its delectable variations, promising an unforgettable dessert experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

POKE CAKE III



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This is a delicious cake that is really tasty. Poke holes in a white cake, pour fruit flavored gelatin over that, then top it off with cherry pie filling and whipped topping.

Provided by JWOODBURY

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix
1 (3 ounce) package fruit flavored Jell-O® mix
1 cup boiling water
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling
1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake cake mix according to package directions for one 9x13 inch cake. Remove cake from oven. Poke holes at once down through cake with a fork. Holes should be at 1 inch intervals.
  • While the cake cools, combine the gelatin with boiling water. Pour gelatin mixture over the cake. Top with the cherry pie filling, then cover with whipped topping. Refrigerate cake for one hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.1 calories, Carbohydrate 62.1 g, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 319 mg, Sugar 31.8 g

1-2-3 CHERRY POKE CAKE



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It's an extravaganza of pound cake, cherry pie filling and chocolate curls. But this awesome poke cake qualifies as easy; it starts with a frozen cake.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 loaf (16 oz.) frozen pound cake, thawed
3/4 cup boiling water
1 pkg. (3 oz.) JELL-O Cherry Flavor Gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
1 oz. BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate
2 cups thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, divided
1-1/2 cups cherry pie filling, divided

Steps:

  • Remove foil lid from cake package. (Do not remove cake from pan.) Pierce cake with skewer at 1/2-inch intervals, poking skewer through cake to bottom of pan.
  • Add boiling water to gelatin mix in small bowl; stir 2 min. until completely dissolved. Stir in cold water; pour over cake. Refrigerate 1 hour. Meanwhile, make curls from semi-sweet chocolate. (See tip.)
  • Invert cake onto platter. Cut cake horizontally in half. Spread bottom half of cake with 1/3 cup COOL WHIP; cover with 1 cup pie filling and top cake layer. Frost top and sides of cake with remaining COOL WHIP. Garnish with remaining pie filling and chocolate curls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 190 mg, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 32 g, Protein 3 g

CHERRY POKE CAKE



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Poke cakes are so fun, and this Cherry Poke Cake is no exception. Easier to make than just a white cake with cherry filling, and more delicious too!

Provided by Jessica Formicola

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h35m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 white cake mix
4 large eggs (, room temperature)
½ cup vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
3.4 ounces cherry gelatin
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup cold water
8 ounces tub whipped topping (, thawed)
1/2 cup marshmallow fluff
¼ - ½ cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional whipped topping
Fresh Cherries
Cherry Pie Filling
Sliced Almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and coat a 13x9 baking dish with cooking spray
  • In a large mixing bowl or bowl of a stand mixer, combine cake mix, eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, vanilla and almond extract until smooth.
  • Spread evenly into baking dish, bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Remove from oven and let cool for 15 minutes.
  • Combine cherry gelatin and boiling water and stir about 2 minutes until dissolved, add cold water.
  • Using a wooden skewer or large fork, poke holes into cake about every 1/2 inch.
  • Carefully pour gelatin over the cake making sure it can get into all the holes.
  • Cover and place in refrigerator at least 3 hours or overnight.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients, starting with ¼ cup powdered sugar and mix until fluffy. You may need to add more powdered sugar depending on how thick you want the frosting.
  • Spread over cake.
  • Cover and store in refrigerator until ready to serve.
  • Serve with fresh cherries, canned cherries or sliced almonds and of course, additional whipped cream.
  • If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 53 mg, Sodium 285 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 25 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHERRY DREAM CAKE



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I serve this cherry cake for holidays because it's so festive and easy. No one will know your secret is adding a package of cherry gelatin to a boxed cake mix! -Margaret McNeil, Germantown, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package white cake mix (regular size)
1 package (3 ounces) cherry gelatin
1-1/2 cups boiling water
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups frozen whipped topping
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Prepare cake mix according to package directions, using a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. , Dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Cool cake on a wire rack for 3-5 minutes. Poke holes in cake with a meat fork or wooden skewer; gradually pour gelatin over cake. Cool for 15 minutes. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Fold in whipped topping. Carefully spread over cake. Top with the pie filling. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

JELL-O CHOCOLATE-CHERRY POKE CAKE



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Make any occasion a little sweeter with the JELL-O Chocolate-Cherry Poke Cake from My Food and Family! If chocolate covered cherries are the first thing you head for at the candy store, chances are pretty good you'll like this JELL-O Chocolate Cherry Poke Cake.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 4h30m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 round chocolate cake layers (9 inch), cooled
2 cups boiling water
2 pkg. (3 oz. each) or 1 pkg. (6 oz.) JELL-O Black Cherry Flavor Gelatin
1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Place cakes, top sides up, in clean 9-inch round pans; pierce with large fork at 1/2-inch intervals.
  • Add boiling water to gelatin mix; stir 2 min. until completely dissolved. Carefully pour over cake layers. Refrigerate 3 hours.
  • Dip bottoms of cake pans in warm water 10 sec.; unmold cakes. Fill and frost cake layers with COOL WHIP. Refrigerate 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 280 mg, Carbohydrate 33 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 23 g, Protein 4 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best flavor. If using frozen cherries, thaw them completely before using.
  • If you don't have a cherry pitter, you can use a paring knife to remove the pits.
  • To make the cake extra moist, poke holes in it before pouring the cherry mixture over it.
  • Top the cake with whipped cream, ice cream, or a cherry glaze before serving.
  • Store the cake in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This 1-2-3 cherry poke cake is an easy and delicious dessert that's perfect for any occasion. It's made with a simple cake mix, cherry pie filling, and a whipped cream topping. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the cherries add a sweet and tart flavor. The whipped cream topping is the perfect finishing touch. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!

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