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Gingerbread Poke Cake

Irresistible Gingerbread Poke Cake That's Perfect for Holidays

This Gingerbread Poke Cake is a must-try festive dessert that brings warmth and joy, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Course Cakes
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Fork

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 1 box gingerbread cake mix Use your favorite brand
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 cup milk dairy or almond milk
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil

For the Filling

  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup caramel sauce homemade works wonders

For the Topping

  • 1 cup heavy cream whipped to fluffy perfection
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for sweetness
  • 1 cup gingersnap cookies crumbled for topping

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the gingerbread cake mix, eggs, milk, and vegetable oil. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
  • Pour the batter into the baking dish and smooth out the top. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool for about 10 minutes.
  • Use a fork to poke holes in the cake about 1 inch apart.
  • Whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce until smooth. Pour evenly over the poked cake.
  • In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and gradually add cinnamon, nutmeg, and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  • Spread the whipped cream mixture evenly over the cooled cake. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
  • Before serving, sprinkle crumbled gingersnap cookies over the whipped cream topping.

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and chill the cake before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Crowd-Pleaser, Dessert, easy recipe, Festive Treat, Gingerbread Poke Cake, Holiday Dessert
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