Name: Christmas Red Velvet Poke Cake
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 20 Servings
Cuisine: American

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February 11, 2026

My Christmas Red Velvet Poke Cake is festive, easy, and adaptable. It starts with a boxed mix but transforming into a creamy, crowd‑pleasing holiday dessert that makes the holidays special. Plus, it saves time during the busy holiday season. When all the holiday pressures are high, you can make a beautiful dessert for your guests or give this cake as a gift. The best part, it only takes a few ingredients and not too much time to create.

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Christmas Red Velvet Poke Cake

Cake Mix Recipes Verified

Ingredients

WarningMilk and 7 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Prepare the red velvet cake mix according to the package and bake in a 13×9 pan.

Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 15-second intervals until completely melted.

Once the chocolate is completely melted, combine with the condensed milk stirring until completely combined and smooth.

Once the cake has cooled, poke holes with the handle of a wooden spoon in rows.

Pour the sweetened condensed milk mixture over the cake and push gently into the holes.

Place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.

After the cake chills for 30 minutes, top with cream cheese frosting and return to the refrigerator until ready to serve.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Milk Injection Technique 💉
Use the back of a wooden spoon handle to create uniform, deep pokes in the cake, ensuring even distribution of sweetened condensed milk for maximum moisture and flavor penetration.
Color Brilliance Tip 🎨
To maintain the vibrant red color, avoid over-mixing the cake batter and use gel food coloring instead of liquid for more intense, consistent color throughout the cake.
Cream Cheese Icing Pro Hack 🧊
Chill your cream cheese and butter before mixing to prevent a runny icing, and always sift powdered sugar to eliminate lumps for a smooth, luxurious frosting.
Decorative White Chocolate Curl Magic ✨
Create perfect white chocolate curls by slightly warming a chocolate bar with your hands, then using a vegetable peeler to create delicate, professional-looking decorations.
Festive Sprinkle Strategy 🎄
Apply Christmas sprinkles immediately after frosting while the surface is still slightly tacky to ensure maximum adhesion and a professional, festive finish.