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Gingerbread Poke Cake

Irresistible Gingerbread Poke Cake That Will Warm Your Heart

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A Gingerbread Poke Cake that fills your home with warmth and captures the joy of the holidays.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Gingerbread Cake Mix Choose one enriched with spices like ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • 2 Eggs Follow package instructions for the correct quantity.
  • 1 cup Water Measure accurately for moistness.
  • 1/3 cup Oil Can use vegetable, canola, or melted butter.
For the Caramel Drizzle
  • 1 cup Caramel Sauce Use warm store-bought or homemade.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Opt for dairy-free for a non-dairy option.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Adjust to your spice preference.
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg Use sparingly for flavor.
For the Crunchy Finish
  • 1 cup Gingersnap Cookies Can substitute with crushed graham crackers.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • whisk
  • Skewer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Combine gingerbread cake mix, eggs, water, and oil in a large bowl. Mix until smooth. Pour into a greased 9x13-inch baking pan.
  3. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely in the pan.
  4. Poke holes across the cake surface with a skewer or fork, spaced about an inch apart.
  5. Warm the caramel sauce and pour it over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes for 10 minutes.
  6. Whip the heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form, adding cinnamon and nutmeg gradually.
  7. Spread the whipped cream evenly over the top of the cake. Sprinkle crushed gingersnap cookies on top.
  8. Cover and chill the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze individual slices for up to 2 months.

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