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Perfect Bourbon Vanilla Poke Cake

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A moist and rich vanilla poke cake infused with bourbon vanilla glaze, perfect for any occasion and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup whole milk, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons bourbon
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping
  • Optional: fresh berries or toasted pecans for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan lightly with butter or non-stick spray, then dust with flour.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next. Scrape down the sides as needed.
  5. Add vanilla extract and mix until just combined.
  6. With mixer on low speed, add the flour mixture in three additions, alternating with milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined.
  7. Pour batter evenly into the prepared pan and tap gently on the counter to release air bubbles.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Start checking at 35 minutes.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
  10. Using a skewer or toothpick, poke holes all over the cake about ½ inch apart, going halfway down.
  11. In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together heavy cream and sugar until sugar dissolves and mixture is hot but not boiling. Remove from heat.
  12. Stir in bourbon and vanilla extract.
  13. Slowly drizzle the warm bourbon vanilla glaze evenly over the cake, letting it sink into the holes.
  14. Let the cake cool completely to room temperature to allow the glaze to set.
  15. Spread whipped cream evenly over the cooled cake and garnish with fresh berries or toasted pecans if desired.
  16. Refrigerate the poke cake for at least 2 hours before serving to let flavors meld.

Notes

Use room-temperature ingredients for best results. Do not overmix after adding flour to avoid a dense cake. Poke holes evenly and deep enough for glaze absorption. Warm glaze gently if it cools before pouring. Chill cake for at least 2 hours before serving for best flavor and texture.

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