Lemony Cherry Or Berry Poke Cake Recipe

Experience pure dessert bliss with this incredible Lemony Cherry (or Berry!) Poke Cake! A delightful fusion of cake and cheesecake, each bite offers a velvety smooth texture, vibrant lemony cheesecake flavor, and bursts of juicy fruit. This recipe, a winner from rsc #12, is so good it's almost unbelievable! Imagine a cloud-like cake infused with the bright tang of lemon and the sweetness of your favorite fruit – cherries are featured here, but blueberries or other berries are equally delicious (strawberries may make the cake too wet, based on testing). Prepare to be amazed by this unique and unforgettable dessert!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 310 mins
Calories 69.4 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemony Cherry Or Berry Poke Cake

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How to Make Lemony Cherry Or Berry Poke Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, oil, and water according to the cake mix instructions. Mix until just combined.
  3. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
  5. While the cake cools, make the cream cheese filling: In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Add lemon zest and lemon juice; mix well.
  6. Once the cake is completely cool, poke holes all over the surface using a wooden skewer or the handle of a wooden spoon.
  7. Pour the cream cheese filling evenly over the poked cake, allowing it to seep into the holes.
  8. Top with fresh cherries (or your chosen berries).
  9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to set.
  10. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

17g

Carbs

2g

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