Kentucky Butter Poke Cake
Ingredients
- 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 4 oz cream cheese
softened, half of 8-oz package
- 2 eggs
- 1 package cream cheese
softened, 8 oz
- 1/4 cup butter
softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups sliced almonds
toasted
Directions
- 1
Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
- 2
In large bowl, beat Cake ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour in pan.
- 3
Bake 28 to 33 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Place pan on cooling rack.
- 4
Immediately, in medium microwavable bowl, beat 8 oz cream cheese and the butter with electric mixer on medium-high speed until smooth. Beat in vanilla. On low speed, beat in powdered sugar until frosting is smooth and creamy. Beat in milk. Microwave uncovered on High 30 to 50 seconds or until smooth and thin enough to pour.
- 5
With tines of fork, poke holes almost to bottom of warm cake about every 1/2 inch. Pour 1 cup of the glaze mixture over warm cake. Let stand 10 minutes. Stir almonds into remaining mixture, and spread over top of cake. Refrigerate 1 hour 30 minutes or until topping is set before serving. Store covered in refrigerator.
Kentucky Butter Poke Cake
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About this Recipe
Craving a dessert that's both comforting and elegant, yet surprisingly simple to make? This Kentucky Butter Poke Cake is your answer, blending the rich, tender crumb of a pound cake with the delightful surprise of a moist poke cake.
What sets this Kentucky Butter Poke Cake apart is the clever combination of a moist buttermilk cake, made effortlessly with a yellow cake mix, and an irresistible homemade cream cheese glaze that truly soaks into every crevice. This innovative approach ensures each bite is infused with creamy sweetness, elevating a simple cake into a memorable treat. The warm glaze, poured over the cake, is the secret to its incredibly tender texture and decadent flavor, allowing you to achieve bakery-quality results right in your home kitchen.
Prepare for a cake that's profoundly moist and tender, with a buttery richness that hints at classic Southern charm. The buttermilk in the cake offers a subtle tang that beautifully balances the sweetness of the homemade cream cheese glaze, which permeates the cake with incredible moisture. As you take a bite, you'll first encounter the creamy, slightly tangy glaze, followed by the soft, comforting cake, all punctuated by the delightful crunch and nutty flavor of toasted almonds. It's a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, creating a dessert that feels both indulgent and wonderfully approachable.
While toasted sliced almonds are the traditional and perfect finish, you could experiment with other toasted nuts like pecans or walnuts for a different flavor profile. For a simpler finish, you might omit the nuts entirely or consider a sprinkle of powdered sugar if you're short on time, though the almonds do add a lovely textural contrast.
This delightful Kentucky Butter Poke Cake is perfect for any occasion, from a casual family gathering to a special celebration. Serve it as the grand finale to a comforting meal, perhaps with a simple cup of coffee or a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream to complement its rich flavors.