Carrot Cake Poke Cake
This Carrot Cake Poke Cake combines the moist, flavorful spiced carrot cake with a creamy, rich filling that soaks into the cake for an irresistible dessert. Perfect for Easter, birthdays, or any occasion, this easy carrot cake is a crowd-pleaser! Keywords: carrot cake poke cake, Easter poke cake, moist carrot cake, best carrot poke cake, spring dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- For the Carrot Cake:
- 1 box of carrot cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained (optional, for extra moisture)
- For the Filling:
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- For the Topping:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping (or 1 cup heavy cream whipped to stiff peaks)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by greasing or lining with parchment paper.
- Make the carrot cake: Prepare the carrot cake mix according to the instructions on the box. Stir in the grated carrots and crushed pineapple (if using). Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake according to package instructions, typically 28–30 minutes.
- Poke the cake: Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes. Use a fork or the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake, about 1-inch apart.
- Prepare the filling: In a small bowl, mix the sweetened condensed milk and heavy cream until smooth. Pour this mixture evenly over the warm cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
- Make the topping: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined.
- Top the cake: Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cake, covering the entire surface.
- Chill: Refrigerate the cake for at least 3 hours, or overnight for the best flavor.
- Serve: Before serving, sprinkle with chopped walnuts (if desired) for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- For extra moisture, you can use a bit of crushed pineapple in the carrot cake batter.
- For a richer filling, consider adding a little bit of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cream cheese topping.
- This cake is best when chilled for a few hours or overnight, as the flavors meld beautifully.
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