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White Russian Poke Cake


  • Author: meta-savory
  • Total Time: 150 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A moist cake infused with coffee, Kahlua, and vodka, topped with fluffy whipped cream, perfect for any festive gathering.


Ingredients

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  • 1 box of vanilla cake mix
  • 1 cup of brewed coffee, cooled
  • 1/2 cup of Kahlua
  • 1/2 cup of vodka
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup of powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven and prepare the vanilla cake mix according to package instructions. Pour the batter into a 9×13 inch pan and bake until golden brown. Allow the cake to cool.
  2. While the cake cools, combine brewed coffee, Kahlua, and vodka in a mixing bowl.
  3. Once the cake has cooled, use a fork to poke holes all over the surface.
  4. Pour the coffee mixture evenly over the poked cake.
  5. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  6. Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cake.
  7. Top with chocolate shavings or cocoa powder.
  8. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 120 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free cake mix. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: poke cake, dessert, White Russian, coffee cake, festive dessert