Black Forest Poke Cake Recipe
Indulge in the decadent flavors of a Black Forest Poke Cake with layers of chocolate cake, creamy pudding, cherry pie filling, and whipped topping. This easy-to-make dessert is a crowd-pleaser that combines the classic combination of chocolate and cherries in a delightful poke cake form.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes (plus chilling)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box, usually eggs, oil, and water)
For the Filling:
- 1 (3.5 oz) package instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
For Topping:
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping, thawed
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings
- Maraschino cherries, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Make the chocolate cake according to package directions and bake in a 9×13-inch pan. Let it cool for 10 minutes.
- Poke the Holes: Use the end of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake.
- Make the Filling: Whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk until slightly thickened. Pour over the cake, allowing it to sink into the holes.
- Add the Cherry Filling: Spoon the cherry pie filling over the cake.
- Chill the Cake: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Top and Serve: Spread whipped topping over the chilled cake. Sprinkle with chocolate chips or shavings. Garnish with cherries if desired before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use devil’s food cake mix.
- You can also make homemade whipped cream or chocolate pudding.
- Best served chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
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