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Easy Fiery Firecracker Poke Cake with Whipped Cream Delight

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A quick and easy poke cake with a spicy firecracker glaze and fluffy whipped cream topping, perfect for gatherings and those who love a sweet treat with a kick.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box yellow cake mix (about 15.25 oz / 432 g)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup water (240 ml)
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil (80 ml)
  • 1/2 cup strawberry or cherry jam (160 g), seedless
  • 1–2 tablespoons hot sauce (15–30 ml), e.g. Frank’s RedHot
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (2.6 g)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (15 ml)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (240 ml), chilled
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (15 g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 ml)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine yellow cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Whisk until smooth and pour into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Let cool for 10 minutes.
  3. Poke holes evenly about 1 inch apart all over the warm cake using a toothpick or skewer.
  4. In a small saucepan, gently warm jam with hot sauce, ground cinnamon, and lime juice over low heat until combined and slightly runny. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  5. Slowly drizzle the glaze evenly over the cake, letting it soak into the holes. Spread gently if needed.
  6. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set and meld flavors.
  7. In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Avoid overbeating.
  8. Spread whipped cream evenly over the chilled cake before serving. Optionally, sprinkle cinnamon or fresh berries on top.

Notes

Do not poke holes too deep to avoid cake falling apart. Warm glaze gently to keep texture and flavor balanced. Chill mixing bowl and beaters for easier whipped cream. Use serrated knife warmed under hot water for clean slicing. Adjust hot sauce amount to control heat level. For dairy-free, substitute coconut cream for whipped cream.

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