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White Russian Poke Cake

White Russian Poke Cake
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The White Russian Poke Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert inspired by the classic White Russian cocktail, blending creamy vodka, coffee, and rich sweetness into a delightful cake. Featuring a boxed white cake base soaked in a boozy coffee syrup and topped with whipped cream frosting, it is easy to prepare and perfect for coffee lovers and cocktail enthusiasts alike. This cake impresses with its deeply infused flavors and luscious texture, making it a wonderful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cake Base

  • 1 box white cake mix
  • Ingredients required on the cake mix box (usually eggs, oil, water)

White Russian Syrup

  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
  • 1/3 cup vodka or coffee liqueur
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

Whipped Cream Frosting

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Garnishes

  • Cocoa powder for dusting
  • Chocolate shavings or chocolate chips
  • Toasted pecans or walnuts
  • Coffee beans

Instructions

  1. Bake the Cake: Prepare the boxed white cake mix according to the package instructions, then pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool slightly in the pan to get ready for the poking step.
  2. Prepare the White Russian Syrup: While the cake bakes, combine instant coffee granules, vodka or coffee liqueur, and sweetened condensed milk. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended to create a boozy coffee syrup.
  3. Poke and Pour: Using the handle of a wooden spoon or a skewer, carefully poke evenly spaced holes all over the warm cake. Slowly pour the prepared syrup over the cake, allowing it to soak deeply into the holes and infuse the cake with flavor.
  4. Whip Up the Frosting: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form, creating a luscious and smooth whipped cream frosting.
  5. Frost and Finish: Spread the whipped cream frosting evenly over the soaked cake. Optionally, dust with cocoa powder or garnish with chocolate shavings, toasted nuts, or coffee beans. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least one hour to let the flavors meld perfectly before serving.

Notes

  • Don’t skip the poking step to allow the syrup to fully infuse the cake for maximum flavor and moisture.
  • Use quality instant coffee granules to achieve the best coffee flavor in the syrup.
  • Chill the cake before serving to help the frosting firm up and the flavors to blend well.
  • Adjust the amount of vodka or coffee liqueur to suit your preferred alcohol strength or make it non-alcoholic.
  • Whip the cream just until stiff peaks form to avoid grainy or overly thick frosting.

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Keywords: White Russian, Poke Cake, Coffee Cake, Vodka Cake, Creamy Dessert, Coffee Dessert, Cocktail Inspired Dessert

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