Description
Cherry Chocolate Chip Poke Cake Delight is a rich and decadent dessert that combines the best of chocolate and cherry flavors. This cake is infused with sweet cherry filling, topped with whipped cream, and garnished with chocolate chips for an extra layer of indulgence. It’s the perfect treat for any occasion, especially when you’re craving something sweet and easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients called for on the box, usually eggs, oil, and water)
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the cake mix box (usually 350°F or 175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the instructions on the box (usually mixing with eggs, oil, and water). Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for the recommended time, usually around 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes after baking. Then, use the end of a wooden spoon or a straw to poke holes all over the cake, making sure to poke deep into the cake without breaking it.
- In a small saucepan, heat the cherry pie filling over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until warm. Stir occasionally. Once warm, pour the cherry filling over the top of the cake, making sure to spread it evenly so the cherry mixture sinks into the holes.
- Sprinkle mini chocolate chips evenly over the top of the cake, allowing some to sink into the warm cherry filling.
- In a medium bowl, mix the whipped topping, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy. Spread this whipped topping mixture evenly over the cake, covering the cherries and chocolate chips.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to set.
- Before serving, drizzle with chocolate syrup for an extra touch of sweetness (optional).
- Cut into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy your Cherry Chocolate Chip Poke Cake Delight!
Notes
- If you prefer a bit of extra cherry flavor, you can mix in a few extra tablespoons of cherry preserves or syrup into the whipped topping before spreading it on the cake.
- This cake is best enjoyed cold, and it keeps well in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
- For a slightly different twist, you can substitute the chocolate cake mix for a vanilla or yellow cake mix for a lighter, fruitier version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approx. 1/12 of cake)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg