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White Russian Poke Cake

White Russian Poke Cake

Indulge in a White Russian Poke Cake, featuring rich coffee and Kahlua flavors in a moist dessert perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 47 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Sweets
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee
For the Soaking Mixture
  • 1/2 cup Kahlua or coffee liqueur
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 container whipped topping
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup chocolate shavings
  • 1/4 cup crushed nuts (walnuts or pecans)
  • 1/4 cup coffee beans

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking pan
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

How to Make White Russian Poke Cake
  1. Prepare the yellow cake mix according to package instructions. Combine it with the eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  2. Cool the cake slightly after baking. Remove it from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes.
  3. Poke holes in the top of the cake using a fork or a skewer.
  4. Mix the strong brewed coffee and Kahlua in a separate mixing bowl. Stir gently until combined.
  5. Pour the coffee mixture over the cake, aiming for those holes you've poked.
  6. Cool completely. Allow the cake to rest for a full hour at room temperature.
  7. Whip together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar in a separate bowl until creamy and smooth.
  8. Fold in the whipped topping gently until well combined.
  9. Spread the whipped topping mixture evenly over the cooled cake.
  10. Garnish with chocolate shavings, crushed nuts, and coffee beans based on your personal preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an extra indulgent treat, drizzle with chocolate sauce.

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