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Creamy Irish Cream Poke Cake with Decadent Whipped Frosting

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A rich and moist chocolate poke cake infused with Irish cream liqueur and topped with a light, fluffy whipped frosting. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any festive occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box chocolate 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 cup Irish cream liqueur (240 ml) – Baileys or non-alcoholic substitute
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk (120 ml)
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream (360 ml), chilled
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar (40 g)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: 2 tbsp Irish cream liqueur for frosting flavor boost
  • Optional garnishes: chocolate shavings, cocoa powder, green sprinkles, edible gold glitter

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine chocolate cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
  3. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. Let cake cool in pan for 10 minutes.
  5. Whisk together Irish cream liqueur and sweetened condensed milk in a bowl.
  6. Using a wooden skewer or fork, poke holes about 1 inch apart all over the cake, deep enough to reach the bottom but not through the pan.
  7. Slowly pour the Irish cream mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes.
  8. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld and soak absorb fully.
  9. In a chilled bowl, beat heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and optional Irish cream liqueur on high speed until stiff peaks form.
  10. Spread whipped frosting evenly over the chilled cake with a spatula.
  11. Garnish with optional chocolate shavings, cocoa powder, or festive sprinkles. Serve chilled.

Notes

Chill the cake after pouring the Irish cream soak to avoid sogginess and allow flavors to meld. Keep bowl and beaters cold when whipping cream for best results. For less boozy cake, substitute half the Irish cream with milk or dairy-free alternative. Avoid freezing to maintain frosting texture.

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Keywords: Irish cream, poke cake, chocolate cake, St. Patrick's Day dessert, whipped frosting, easy cake recipe

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