Strawberry Milkshake Poke Cake

Poke cakes originated in the United States in the 1970s and got their name from the act of poking holes in the cake to allow the filling or sauce to seep into it.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 105 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Strawberry Milkshake Poke Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Cake, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 45 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3360

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Strawberries
• 1.5 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Whipped cream
• 2 tablespoon Sprinkles

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. In a blender, blend the strawberries until smooth. Set aside.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the milk and vanilla extract. Set aside.
4. In a separate mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
9. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
11. Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the cake.
12. Pour the strawberry puree over the cake, making sure it fills the holes.
13. Refrigerate the cake for 1 hour.
14. Spread whipped cream over the top of the cake.
15. Sprinkle with sprinkles.
16. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 420kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 62g21%

Sugars 45g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.