Description
Indulge in the Cherry Chocolate Chip Poke Cake, a moist and rich chocolate cake infused with juicy cherry pie filling and melty plant-based chocolate chips, topped with a creamy plant-based vanilla frosting. This delightful dessert balances sweetness and texture, perfect for celebrations or any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Cake
- 1 chocolate cake mix (or homemade equivalent)
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract (natural)
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter, softened
Filling and Toppings
- 1 can cherry pie filling
- 1 cup plant-based chocolate chips
Frosting
- 1 cup plant-based butter, softened
- 3 cups plant-based vanilla frosting
- 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Cake: Start by mixing the chocolate cake batter according to the package instructions or your favorite homemade recipe. Incorporate plant-based milk and apple cider vinegar (natural) for optimal moisture and rise. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan, ensuring an even layer, then bake at the recommended temperature until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Make the Poke Holes: Once the cake has cooled slightly, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a skewer to create evenly spaced holes all over the cake’s surface. These holes will absorb the cherry filling and infuse the entire cake with juicy sweetness.
- Fill the Holes with Cherry Pie Filling: Gently spoon the cherry pie filling into the poke holes, allowing the syrup to seep through and distribute into the cake, elevating flavor and texture.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Sprinkle plant-based chocolate chips over the entire surface, pressing lightly so some melt into the warm cherry filling, creating melty chocolate pockets.
- Frost with Plant-Based Frosting: After the cake has fully cooled, generously spread the creamy plant-based vanilla frosting all over the top and sides to add a silky finish that complements the chocolate and cherry flavors.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for an even batter and lighter cake texture.
- Check the cake a few minutes before the timer to avoid overbaking and keep it moist.
- Space poke holes about 1 inch apart for even flavor distribution.
- Chill the cake fully before frosting to prevent frosting from melting.
- Gently fold chocolate chips into batter if adding before baking to prevent sinking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chocolate cake, cherry poke cake, plant-based dessert, vegan frosting, chocolate chips
