Christmas Red Velvet Poke Cake 🎄🍰✨

This indulgent holiday cake combines rich red velvet, creamy white chocolate, and a fluffy cream cheese topping—perfect for festive gatherings!

Ingredients

For the Cake

• 1 box red velvet cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box: eggs, oil, water)
• 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup white chocolate chips, melted

For the Topping

• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• Festive sprinkles or holiday decorations (optional)

Instructions

1. Bake the Cake: Prepare and bake red velvet cake according to package directions in a 9×13-inch dish. Cool for 10 minutes.
2. Poke the Cake: Use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes evenly across the cake.
3. Add Filling: Mix condensed milk and melted white chocolate until smooth. Pour over cake, filling holes. Let absorb for 30 minutes and cool completely.
4. Prepare Topping: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, then beat again. Fold in whipped topping until fluffy.
5. Frost: Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over cooled cake.
6. Decorate: Add festive sprinkles or holiday decorations. Chill 30 minutes before serving.

Additional Tips

• Add ½ tsp peppermint extract to whipped topping for a holiday twist.
• Drizzle with melted chocolate or red/green candy melts for extra flair.

Details

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Bake Time: 30–35 minutes
• Total Time: ~1 hour
• Servings: 12–15

Tip: Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor!