Best 5 Chocolate Cherry Poke Cake Or Vanilla Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors with our Chocolate Cherry Poke Cake and Vanilla Poke Cake recipes. These treats are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday celebration, a family gathering, or simply a sweet craving. The Chocolate Cherry Poke Cake tantalizes your taste buds with its rich chocolate cake, luscious cherry pie filling, and creamy chocolate frosting. Each bite is a symphony of flavors that will leave you wanting more. On the other hand, the Vanilla Poke Cake offers a classic and versatile canvas for your creativity. Its moist vanilla cake pairs perfectly with your favorite pudding mix, creating a delightful and customizable dessert. Both recipes are easy to follow, with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to guide you through the baking process. Embrace your inner baker and embark on a culinary adventure that will satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your loved ones.

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

CHERRY POKE CAKE



Cherry Poke Cake image

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

MARASCHINO CHERRY CHOCOLATE COOKIES



Maraschino Cherry Chocolate Cookies image

Chocolate, coconut, and maraschino cherries make a perfect combination in this festive cookie recipe. Enjoy these still warm with a nice big glass of milk.

Provided by ilkaisha

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter-flavored shortening
½ cup white sugar
½ cup light brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups rolled oats
1 cup shredded coconut
¾ cup drained, dried, and chopped maraschino cherries
½ cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Beat shortening, white sugar, and brown sugar together in a bowl with an electric mixer until creamy and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract; stir until well incorporated.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in another bowl; add to sugar mixture, blending until an even dough forms. Add oats, coconut, cherries, and chocolate chips until just mixed in.
  • Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 92.2 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

CHOCOLATE-CHERRY POKE CAKE (OR VANILLA)



Chocolate-Cherry Poke Cake (Or Vanilla) image

If you are a chocolate and cherry lover then the chocolate is for you, this also is equally wonderful using a white cake mix with cherry or strawberry Jello, cherry pie filling and white Cool Whip or Whipped cream, I make the white version with my recipe#355243 but boxed is fine

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package chocolate cake mix
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 (3 ounce) package cherry gelatin (or use strawberry)
1 cup boiling water
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling (or use a 28 ounce can)
1 (16 ounce) container chocolate flavor cool whip frozen whipped topping, thawed (or use sweetened whipped cream)
grated chocolate (or can use chopped nuts)

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake the cake mix according to package directions in a greased 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
  • Cool then remove the cake from the pan.
  • Immediately poke holes down into the cake using a fork (holes should be at 1-in intervals).
  • Cool cake completely.
  • When the cake is cooked combine the Jello with boiling water until combined; pour the mixture over the cake.
  • Top with pie filling, then cover with Cool Whip or whipped cream.
  • If making the chocolate cake sprinkle grated chocolate over the top or chopped nuts (this is only optional).

JELL-O CHOCOLATE-CHERRY POKE CAKE



JELL-O Chocolate-Cherry Poke Cake image

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

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.

Tips:

  • Use a bundt pan or tube pan with a hole in the center to ensure the poke cake bakes evenly and the sauce can easily penetrate the cake.
  • For the chocolate cherry poke cake, use high-quality chocolate chips or chopped chocolate for a richer flavor.
  • For the vanilla poke cake, use pure vanilla extract for the best flavor. You can also use vanilla bean paste for an even more intense vanilla flavor.
  • Make sure the cake is completely cooled before poking holes in it. This will prevent the cake from crumbling.
  • Use a toothpick or skewer to poke holes in the cake. Make sure the holes are deep enough to allow the sauce to penetrate the cake.
  • Pour the sauce over the cake slowly, allowing it to soak into the holes. You can also use a spoon to drizzle the sauce over the cake.
  • Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the sauce to set and the cake to firm up.
  • Serve the cake with whipped cream, ice cream, or fresh fruit.

Conclusion:

Chocolate cherry poke cake and vanilla poke cake are both delicious and easy-to-make desserts that are perfect for any occasion. With their moist and fluffy texture, rich and flavorful sauce, and beautiful presentation, these cakes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to impress your friends and family, give one of these poke cakes a try.

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