STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE POKE CAKE

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Classic poke cake gets a delightful upgrade with a creamy strawberry cheesecake filling.

Provided by Annalise Sandberg

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
Water, oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
1 lb strawberries, sliced
1/2 cup sugar
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs (from 3 whole crackers)
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
12 whole fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13 x 9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Make cake batter as directed on box. Pour into baking dish. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until cake is golden and springs back when gently touched. Cool completely in baking dish, 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix sliced strawberries and sugar; mash with fork or vegetable masher. Let stand at room temperature about 30 minutes or until berries have released their juices and sugar is dissolved.
  • Add cream cheese to mashed strawberries; beat with whisk or electric mixer until smooth. Stir in milk.
  • Poke holes in cooled cake with wooden dowel or end of wooden spoon. Pour strawberry mixture over cake, using spatula to encourage it down into holes in cake. Refrigerate 3 hours.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. In small bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Spread out onto cookie sheet. Bake about 10 minutes or until golden. Cool.
  • Spread whipped topping over cake; top with graham cracker crumb mixture and whole strawberries. Cut and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg, Sugar 31 g, TransFat 0 g

Husel Od
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Overall, I highly recommend this strawberry cheesecake poke cake recipe. It's a delicious, visually appealing, and easy-to-make dessert that's perfect for any occasion. I give it a well-deserved 5 out of 5 stars.


aliu fatai aliu
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This recipe is very affordable to make, especially considering the high-quality ingredients. I was able to find all of the ingredients at my local grocery store for a reasonable price.


godzilla fam
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I'm always looking for recipes that save me time in the kitchen. This poke cake is perfect for busy bakers because it can be made ahead of time and refrigerated. It's also a great dessert to transport, which makes it perfect for potlucks and picnics.


Asad Shahzada
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I was able to customize it to my own liking by using different types of berries and adding a chocolate ganache topping. The possibilities are endless, which makes this recipe a keeper.


Amadu Issah
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As a beginner baker, I was a bit intimidated by this recipe at first. However, I decided to give it a try and I'm so glad I did! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and I was able to make this cake without any problems. It turned out beau


Omar Castillo
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I was pleasantly surprised to find that this recipe is relatively healthy for a dessert. The use of fresh strawberries and reduced-fat cream cheese helped to keep the calories in check. I felt good about serving it to my family and friends.


Waseem M R S
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the delicious flavor and beautiful presentation. It was the perfect dessert to celebrate a special occasion.


Kay Z
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This recipe was easy to follow and didn't require any special skills or equipment. I was able to whip it up in no time, and the results were impressive. My family and friends loved it, and I'm sure I'll be making it again soon.


Lesde Asabag
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I'm a huge fan of cheesecakes, and this poke cake version definitely exceeded my expectations. The strawberry sauce soaked into the cake perfectly, creating a moist and flavorful dessert. The cheesecake filling was smooth and creamy, and the graham c


Sk Mariyam
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This strawberry cheesecake poke cake was a delightful treat! The combination of sweet strawberries, creamy cheesecake filling, and fluffy cake layers was simply irresistible. I loved the vibrant red color and the fresh strawberry flavor that permeate