Print

Easy Patriotic Poke Cake Recipe Perfect for 4th of July Celebrations

easy patriotic poke cake - featured image
Print Recipe

A quick and festive poke cake featuring red cherry and blue blueberry pie fillings with a light whipped topping, perfect for summer parties and 4th of July celebrations.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 box white cake mix (about 15.25 oz), such as Pillsbury or Duncan Hines
  • Ingredients called for on the cake mix box (usually 1 cup water, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, 3 large eggs, room temperature)
  • 1 can cherry pie filling (about 21 oz)
  • 1 can blueberry pie filling (about 21 oz)
  • 1 tub whipped topping (about 8 oz), such as Cool Whip
  • Optional: red and blue sprinkles or edible stars for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix with 1 cup water, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, and 3 large eggs. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
  4. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  5. Remove the cake from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
  6. Using a wooden skewer or fork, poke holes about 1 inch apart all over the cake.
  7. Spread cherry pie filling over half the cake, pressing gently into the holes.
  8. Spread blueberry pie filling over the other half, pressing gently into the holes.
  9. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to let the filling settle.
  10. Spread whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake.
  11. Optionally, decorate with red and blue sprinkles or edible stars.
  12. Slice and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender. Cool the cake slightly before poking holes to avoid tearing. Use thick pie fillings to prevent sogginess. Chill the cake well before adding whipped topping to prevent melting or sliding. Refrigerate before serving to enhance flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Keywords: poke cake, patriotic dessert, 4th of July cake, cherry pie filling, blueberry pie filling, whipped topping, easy cake recipe, summer dessert

Find it online: https://emmaoven.com/easy-patriotic-poke-cake-recipe-perfect-for-4th-of-july-celebrations/