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Irresistible Black Forest Poke Cake

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A stunning and simple dessert combining rich chocolate cake and tangy cherry pie filling.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients per box)
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling
  • ¼ cup water (or cherry juice)
  • 1 tub whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
  • 1 cup fresh cherries (optional)
  • ¼ cup dark chocolate curls or shavings

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare the chocolate cake in a 9×13-inch pan according to the box instructions. Let cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
  2. Poke holes all over the cake with a wooden spoon or skewer. Pour sweetened condensed milk over the cake, allowing it to soak in. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 to 60 minutes.
  3. Spread thawed whipped topping evenly over the cooled cake. Spoon cherry pie filling on top.
  4. Garnish with fresh cherries and sprinkle with chocolate curls or shavings.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality ingredients and don’t rush the chilling time.