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Luxurious White Chocolate Blackberry Poke Cake

A delightful poke cake infused with creamy white chocolate and fresh blackberries, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box 15.25 oz yellow cake mix
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
For the Filling
  • 1 cup fresh blackberries (or frozen, thawed)
For the Topping
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz white chocolate, melted
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • to taste Fresh blackberries for garnish

Method
 

Bake the Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes or until well combined.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Poke the Cake
  1. Once the cake is baked and has cooled for about 10 minutes, grab a fork and poke holes in the cake about an inch apart.
  2. Make sure those holes are deep enough to hold all the delicious cream filling.
Prepare the Filling
  1. While the cake cools, gently mash the fresh blackberries with a fork until juicy but not pureed.
  2. Pour the mashed berries into the holes of the poke cake, spreading them evenly.
Make the Topping
  1. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until it begins to thicken.
  2. Gradually add in the melted white chocolate and powdered sugar, continuing to whip until soft peaks form.
  3. Be careful not to overbeat, or you might end up with butter instead of cream!
Frost the Cake
  1. Spread the luxurious white chocolate whipped cream over the poke cake, ensuring you cover all the blackberry holes.
  2. Create a dreamy topping.
Chill and Serve
  1. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least an hour.
  2. Just before serving, garnish with fresh blackberries.

Notes

Make it Ahead: This cake can be made a day in advance! Store it covered in the fridge. Don’t Fear the Berries: Tart blackberries balance the sweetness perfectly. Get Creative: Swap out blackberries for strawberries or raspberries if desired.