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Strawberry Poke Cake

Heavenly Strawberry Poke Cake Made from Scratch

This Strawberry Poke Cake transforms vanilla sponge into a moist dessert bursting with fresh strawberries and wholesome goodness.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • ½ cup oil vegetable or canola
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream for dairy-free
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract opt for pure extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt essential for flavor
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure fresh
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda ensure fresh
For the Strawberry Sauce
  • 2 cups strawberry puree fresh or thawed frozen strawberries
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot as alternative
  • 2 tablespoons water
For the Whipped Topping
  • 1 cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free
  • ½ cup mascarpone or cream cheese as alternative
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar can substitute with low-sugar alternative

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. Cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar until fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Mix in oil, then add eggs one at a time, followed by Greek yogurt and vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt before folding into wet mixture.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Prepare the strawberry sauce by combining strawberry puree and sugar in a saucepan, then thicken with cornstarch mixture.
  7. Poke holes in the baked cake and pour strawberry sauce over it while it's still warm.
  8. Whip together heavy cream, mascarpone, and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  9. Spread whipped topping over cooled cake and garnish with more sauce and fresh strawberries.
  10. Cut into squares and serve chilled for a delightful dessert.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better emulsification.

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