Description
This Berry & Cheesecake Poke Cake combines a moist white cake infused with a luscious cheesecake and berry mixture, topped with fresh whipped cream and a medley of berries for a refreshing and indulgent dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cake
- 1 white cake mix, prepared according to package instructions
Berry Mixture
- 2 cups strawberries, stems removed, mashed
- 1 cup blackberries, mashed
- 1 cup raspberries, mashed
Cheesecake Mixture
- 12 ounces no-bake cheesecake batter
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
Topping
- 1 cup fresh whipped cream
- 2 tablespoons graham cracker crumbs
- Strawberries sliced, blackberries, and raspberries for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the cake evenly.
- Prepare Cake: Prepare the white cake mix according to the package directions, then bake it as instructed until fully cooked and golden.
- Poke Holes: Once the cake is baked, use the back of a wooden spoon to poke 12-14 holes evenly across the cake surface to allow the filling to seep in.
- Mash Berries: In separate large bowls, mash the strawberries, blackberries, and raspberries using a potato masher until they are broken down but not pureed.
- Mix Cheesecake Batter: In another large bowl, whisk the no-bake cheesecake batter with the sweetened condensed milk until smooth and lump-free for a creamy texture.
- Combine Berries and Cheesecake: Stir the mashed strawberries, blackberries, and raspberries into the cheesecake mixture until evenly combined.
- Fill Cake: Pour the cheesecake and berry mixture over the cake, allowing it to settle into the holes and soak for about 10 minutes.
- Add Whipped Cream and Toppings: Spread the fresh whipped cream evenly over the soaked cake. Then sprinkle graham cracker crumbs on top and decorate with sliced strawberries, blackberries, and raspberries.
- Chill: Place the cake in the refrigerator and chill for at least 3 hours or up to overnight to let the flavors meld and the cake set properly.
- Serve: Once chilled, serve your delicious Berry & Cheesecake Poke Cake and enjoy!
Notes
- The cake must be fully cooled before poking holes to prevent crumbling.
- Use fresh berries for the best flavor, but frozen berries can be used if thawed and drained.
- For a lighter version, use reduced-fat no-bake cheesecake and whip cream alternatives.
- The cake should be refrigerated to allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld.
- Graham cracker crumbs add a nice texture contrast but can be substituted with crushed nuts or cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: poke cake, berry cake, cheesecake poke cake, no bake cheesecake, summer dessert, berry dessert, whipped cream topping
