Strawberry Cheesecake Poke Cake

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🍓 Strawberry Cheesecake Poke Cake — Creamy, Dreamy Dessert Delight!

If you love soft, moist cakes soaked with creamy goodness, then this Strawberry Cheesecake Poke Cake is about to become your new obsession ❤️. It’s the perfect combination of fluffy strawberry cake, rich cheesecake pudding, and light whipped topping—basically everything you enjoy in desserts like your favorite Cloud Cake, but with a fruity twist! 🍰

🍰 Introduction

This dessert is a modern twist on classic American poke cakes, where holes are poked into a baked cake and filled with luscious mixtures. The result? Every bite is ultra-moist, flavorful, and irresistibly creamy.

Perfect for gatherings, birthdays, or just when you’re craving something sweet and refreshing!

🛒 Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) strawberry cake mix
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • Ingredients required on cake mix box (usually water)

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 1 package (7 oz) cheesecake instant pudding mix
  • 3½ cups cold whole milk

Topping:

  • 8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Bake the Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
  2. Prepare the strawberry cake mix according to package instructions.
  3. Pour batter into a greased 9×13-inch pan.
  4. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Let the cake cool slightly (about 10–15 minutes).

Step 2: Poke the Cake

  • Using the handle of a wooden spoon or a straw, poke holes all over the cake (about 1 inch apart).
  • Make sure holes go deep but not through the bottom.

Step 3: Prepare Cheesecake Filling

  1. In a bowl, whisk together cheesecake pudding mix and cold milk.
  2. Mix until smooth and slightly thickened (about 2–3 minutes).

Step 4: Fill the Cake

  • Pour the pudding mixture evenly over the cake, making sure it fills all the holes.
  • Spread gently with a spatula.

Step 5: Chill

  • Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours (overnight is even better!).

Step 6: Add Toppings

  • Spread whipped topping evenly over the cake.
  • Sprinkle chopped strawberries on top.

🔪 Methods & Tips

  • For extra flavor: Add strawberry syrup into the holes before the pudding.
  • For richness: Replace part of the milk with heavy cream.
  • For texture: Add crushed cookies or graham crackers on top.
  • Chill longer: The longer it sits, the better it tastes!

📜 History of Poke Cake

Poke cakes became popular in the 1970s in the United States, especially when companies like promoted creative dessert recipes. Originally made with gelatin poured into holes, modern versions like this one use pudding for a richer, creamier experience.

🧁 Formation (What Makes It Special)

This cake is all about layers of flavor and texture:

  • Soft strawberry sponge
  • Creamy cheesecake pudding infused inside
  • Light, airy whipped topping
  • Fresh fruity finish

Each bite melts in your mouth—moist, creamy, and slightly tangy!

❤️ Why People Love It

  • Super easy (perfect for beginners!)
  • No complicated baking skills needed
  • Beautiful presentation
  • Perfect balance of sweet and fresh
  • Similar comfort vibes to your Death by Chocolate Dump Cake, but lighter and fruitier 🍓

🏁 Conclusion

This Strawberry Cheesecake Poke Cake is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re making it for family, friends, or just yourself, it delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort.

Once you try it… you’ll want to make it again and again 😍

If you want, I can turn this into a no-bake version or a chocolate strawberry twist 🍫🍓

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