{"id":2964,"date":"2018-03-08T04:00:03","date_gmt":"2018-03-08T08:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.somethingswanky.com\/?p=2964"},"modified":"2024-04-03T11:47:47","modified_gmt":"2024-04-03T15:47:47","slug":"better-than-easter-carrot-cake-poke-cake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.somethingswanky.com\/better-than-easter-carrot-cake-poke-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"Carrot Cake Poke Cake Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Carrot cake soaked in a homemade caramel sauce topped with a cream cheese whipped topping. This is an Easter show stopper!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When I was a little girl, my family would always go to my grandma’s house for Easter dinner. Her annual Easter feast was something that I looked forward to all year long. There were always so many delicious dishes to choose from, but the one that my family always loved the most was her carrot cake. It was so moist and flavorful, and they always went back for seconds. Now that I’m all grown up, I love to create my own Easter feast for my family. This year, I’m going to surprise them with this amazing Carrot Cake Poke Cake. I never liked carrot cake growing up, but but I LOVE this variation. It’s just like grandma’s recipe, but with a delicious caramel twist. I know they’re going to love it, too!If you’re looking for an impressive Easter dessert that will WOW your guests, look no further than this Carrot Cake Poke Cake Recipe! The cake is soaked in a delicious homemade caramel sauce, and then topped with a creamy whipped topping. To finish it off, the cake is sprinkled with crushed walnuts and drizzled with more caramel sauce. This cake is sure to be a hit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you think you don’t like carrot cake, give this Carrot Cake Poke Cake a try.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A FEW THINGS TO NOTE ABOUT THIS RECIPE:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
  • I’ve made this cake both with homemade caramel and with store bought caramel sauce. They are both VERY good. But I definitely felt like the homemade caramel sauce took the cake to another level. And the caramel sauce really doesn’t even take that long to make from scratch, so I can’t think of a good reason not to try it!<\/li>
  • I HATE carrot cake. Mostly because I hate chunks of carrots in my cake and I loathe<\/em> raisins. However, I’ve discovered that I really like carrot cake made with a Betty Crocker cake mix. I’ve also discovered that I love<\/em> carrot cake when it’s paired with caramel. So if you think you don’t like carrot cake, give this one a try.<\/li>
  • It’s very, VERY important that the cream cheese be COMPLETELY softened to room temperature before you whisk it. Otherwise, you’ll end up with chunks in your whipped topping. Alternately, you could simply use whipped cream cheese to start with!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    What’s my favorite thing about this recipe?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    It’s hard to choose between the homemade caramel filling and the cream cheese whipped topping!! It’s all SO good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Carrot Cake Poke Cake FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Can I make this cake from scratch?<\/strong>

    Yes, you can make the cake from scratch or you can use a cake mix.<\/p> <\/div>

    What type of cream cheese should I use?<\/strong>

    Make sure the cream cheese is completely softened to room temperature before whisking it. You could also use whipped cream cheese.<\/p> <\/div>

    Can I use store-bought caramel sauce?<\/strong>

    Yes, you can use store-bought caramel sauce.<\/p> <\/div>

    What type of nuts should I use?<\/strong>

    You can use walnuts or pecans.<\/p> <\/div>

    Can I prepare this cake in advance?<\/strong>

    Yes, you can prepare the cake in advance. It needs to be chilled for at least 3 hours before serving.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    WOW your guests this Easter with this amazing Carrot Cake Poke Cake! The cake is soaked in a delicious homemade caramel sauce, and then topped with a creamy whipped topping. To finish it off, the cake is sprinkled with crushed walnuts and drizzled with more caramel sauce. This cake is sure to be a hit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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