Easy Cherry Chocolate Chip Poke Cake. This cake is a crowd-pleaser with its moist, chocolatey base filled with luscious cherry goodness and topped with creamy whipped topping and chocolate chips. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or just want a sweet pick-me-up, this poke cake will be a hit!
Resume of the Recipe:
Cherry Chocolate Chip Poke Cake combines the rich flavors of a chocolate cake with the sweet and tangy taste of cherry pie filling. After baking, the cake is poked with holes to allow the cherry filling to seep in, making every bite moist and flavorful. Topped with a light whipped topping and chocolate chips, it’s a dessert that’s both easy and impressive.
Exciting Story:
The first time I made this Easy Cherry Chocolate Chip Poke Cake, I was hosting a family gathering. My husband and kids love anything with chocolate and cherries, so I knew this would be a hit. As I poured the cherry filling over the warm cake, the aroma filled the kitchen, and everyone started peeking in to see what was baking. The cake didn’t last long; it was devoured within minutes of serving. Now, it’s our go-to dessert for celebrations and special occasions. The combination of rich chocolate and sweet cherries always brings smiles to our faces.
Why This Cherry Chocolate Chip Poke Cake?
Why This Dish is a Must-Try
- Easy to Make: With a boxed cake mix and simple ingredients, this cake comes together quickly.
- Moist and Flavorful: The cherry filling seeps into the cake, making it incredibly moist and full of flavor.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Perfect for parties, gatherings, or just a sweet treat at home.
Ingredients:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients needed to make the cake)
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
How to Make Easy Cherry Chocolate Chip Poke Cake:
- Bake the Cake:
- Preheat your oven according to the cake mix instructions.
- Prepare the chocolate cake mix as directed on the box.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and bake according to package instructions.
- Poke the Cake:
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes.
- Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the cake.
- Add the Cherry Filling:
- Pour the cherry pie filling evenly over the top of the cake, making sure it fills the holes.
- Cool and Top:
- Let the cake cool completely.
- Once cooled, spread the whipped topping over the top of the cake.
- Sprinkle mini chocolate chips evenly over the whipped topping.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Tips:
- Even Distribution: Make sure to poke enough holes in the cake to ensure the cherry filling spreads throughout.
- Chill Time: Refrigerating the cake helps enhance the flavors and makes it easier to cut and serve.
Easy Cherry Chocolate Chip Poke Cake
Course: All Word Recipes4
servings30
40
minutes300
kcal1
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Ingredients
1 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients needed to make the cake)
1 can 1 (21 oz) cherry pie filling
1 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
1 cup 1 mini chocolate chips
Directions
- Bake the Cake:
- Preheat your oven according to the cake mix instructions.
- Prepare the chocolate cake mix as directed on the box.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and bake according to package instructions.
- Poke the Cake:
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes.
- Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the cake.
- Add the Cherry Filling:
- Pour the cherry pie filling evenly over the top of the cake, making sure it fills the holes.
- Cool and Top:
- Let the cake cool completely.
- Once cooled, spread the whipped topping over the top of the cake.
- Sprinkle mini chocolate chips evenly over the whipped topping.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
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