Description
This festive Christmas Red Velvet Poke Cake combines the classic rich red velvet flavor with a luscious white chocolate and sweetened condensed milk drizzle that seeps into every bite. Topped with a creamy whipped cream cheese frosting and decorated with holiday sprinkles, this cake is perfect for celebrating the season with a moist, flavorful, and visually stunning dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box red velvet cake mix (plus eggs, oil, and water as per box instructions)
Filling
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup white chocolate chips, melted
Frosting
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
Decoration
- Festive sprinkles or holiday-themed decorations (optional)
Instructions
- Bake the Cake: Preheat your oven according to the red velvet cake mix box instructions. Prepare the batter by mixing the cake mix with the required eggs, oil, and water. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and bake as directed on the package. Once done, remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
- Poke the Cake: Use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes evenly all over the slightly cooled cake. This will allow the filling to soak deeply and make the cake moist.
- Add Sweetened Condensed Milk and White Chocolate: In a small bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk with melted white chocolate, stirring until smooth. Pour this mixture evenly over the cake, filling the holes you made. Let the cake absorb this mixture for at least 30 minutes, then cool completely.
- Prepare the Topping: In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then beat again until fully combined. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Frost the Cake: Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake, creating a thick and smooth layer.
- Decorate: Sprinkle festive holiday decorations, such as red and green sprinkles or edible glitter, over the frosted cake. Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving to set the frosting and enhance flavors.
Notes
- This cake is best served chilled to maintain the frosting’s texture and flavor.
- Ensure the white chocolate chips are fully melted and smooth for best absorption into the cake.
- You can substitute the whipped topping with homemade whipped cream if preferred.
- For an extra festive touch, use themed holiday sprinkles or edible glitter.
- Make sure the cake is slightly cooled before poking holes to avoid breaking the cake surface.
