Description
This Cherry Chocolate Chip Poke Cake is a moist, plant-based dessert that blends juicy cherry filling with gooey chocolate chips in a soft, spongy cake. Perfectly balanced in flavor and texture, it is easy to make and customizable for any occasion or dietary preference.
Ingredients
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Cake Batter
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 3/4 cup plant-based chocolate chips
Cherry Filling
- 1 1/2 cups cherry filling
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Optional Garnishes
- Powdered sugar (plant-based)
- Plant-based whipped topping (coconut-based)
- Fresh cherries
- Chopped pistachios
- Melted plant-based chocolate
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Batter: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking pan. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and granulated sugar. In a separate bowl, combine the plant-based milk, apple cider vinegar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and vanilla extract (natural). Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Gently fold in the plant-based chocolate chips to evenly distribute.
- Bake Your Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.
- Poke and Pour Cherry Filling: Using the back of a wooden spoon or a clean pen, poke holes about 1 inch apart across the entire surface of the cake. Warm the cherry filling and stir in the natural gelling agent to thicken slightly. Pour or spoon the cherry mixture evenly over the holes, allowing it to seep deeply into the cake.
- Chill and Set: Place the cake in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours to let the cherry filling set within the cake and let the chocolate chips melt into a luscious texture.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, dust the cake with powdered sugar (plant-based) or add a dollop of plant-based whipped topping. Serve chilled or at room temperature for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Choose quality cherries, fresh or frozen, for the best flavor and texture.
- Mix the batter until just combined to keep the cake crumb light and tender.
- Poke holes evenly spaced to allow cherry filling to penetrate fully throughout the cake.
- Chill the cake completely to let flavors meld and achieve the perfect texture.
- Use room temperature ingredients for smooth batter blending and even baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cherry chocolate chip poke cake, plant-based dessert, moist chocolate cake, cherry cake, poke cake, vegan dessert
