Root Beer Poke Cake made with a cake mix, eggs, oil, condensed milk & chilled Root Beer of course! Flavorful, nostalgic Root Beer Float cake perfect for cookouts!
This Root Beer Float Poke Cake is amazing!! Cake mix mixed with root beer bakes up nice and fluffy before getting poked and drizzled with sweetened condensed milk. Topped with lots of fluffy whipped cream and a cherry on top; this cake tastes just like a root beer float!
Highlights of this Poke Cake Recipe
- It’s EASY. Just 7 ingredients and a garnish, plus it starts with a cake mix!
- Root Beer + Cream = WINNING combination. It tastes like a Root Beer float, in cake form!
- Perfect addition to your summer cookout as everyone will want a piece!
Root Beer Poke Cake Ingredients
Cake mix: You need one 13.25-oz box of vanilla cake mix.
Root Beer: Adding 1 ¼ cup of Root Beer gives the cake amazing taste & texture.
Oil: Use vegetable oil to give the cake the fats needed to stay moist as it bakes.
Eggs: Bind the ingredients using 2 large eggs in the batter.
Condensed milk: One can of sweetened condensed milk is needed for this recipe.
Root Beer Whipped Cream
Dream Whip: For the base of the topping, you need one 2.3-oz box of Dream Whip.
Root Beer: Add cold Root Beer to flavor the topping perfectly.
Cherries: For garnish, if desired, you’ll need some cherries.
Tips for Making Root Beer Poke Cake
Full instructions are in the recipe card below, here are just a few tips for a successful baking experience!
- Once the cake is fully baked, it’s important to let it cool completely. Cooling prevents the cake from crumbling when you poke the holes.
- For the topping, mix the Dream Whip powder with cold Root Beer. Using an electric mixer ensures the whipped topping is smooth and light.
- Want more Root Beer flavor? Add 1 tsp Root Beer extract to the cake and ½ tsp extract to the whipped cream frosting. Taste the topping and add more if you’d like.
How long is this poke cake good for & how do you store it?
Root Beer poke cake lasts about 3 to 4 days when refrigerated in an airtight container. It’s best to keep it chilled and covered to prevent it from drying out.
You can freeze this cake for longer storage, but there are a few things to keep in mind. You can freeze the cake portion, do not add the condensed milk and whipped topping. Freezing a frosted poke cake isn’t ideal as the toppings will change the texture. Because this cake is so simple to make, freezing is generally not recommended.
Root Beer Poke Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 13.25 oz box vanilla cake mix
- 1 ¼ cups Root Beer
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
Root Beer Whipped Cream
- 2.3 oz box Dream Whip
- 1 cup cold Root Beer
- Cherries for garnish
- ½ tsp Root Beer Extract optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a 9×13 pan with nonstick spray and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the cake mix, 1 ¼ cup root beer, vegetable oil, and eggs until light and fluffy.
- Pour the cake mix into a greased 9×13 baking dish. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Remove from oven and set aside to cool completely.
- Once the cake is cool, make your whipped topping. In a bowl using an electric mixer, combine the Dream Whip (both envelopes) and the 1 cup of cold root beer. Whip using the electric mixer for about 4 minutes until fluffy and soft peaks form. (OPTIONAL: add ½ tsp Root Beer extract for more flavor!)
- Using the end of a wooden spoon or large smoothie straw, poke holes all over the surface of the cake. Pour the condensed milk over the cake making sure to get it into the holes just poked.
- Top the cake with the root beer whipped cream and refrigerate for 2-3 hours. Garnish with cherries if desired, serve, and enjoy!
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Can I use a different flavor of soda?
Yes, other sodas like cola or cream soda can be used, as well as Diet Root Beer, if desired. This adjustment will change the flavor profile but still add moisture and sweetness to the cake.
What are some creative toppings for a root beer flavored cake?
Adding chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or maraschino cherries can enhance texture and taste of this cake.
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- Our Strawberry Lemon poke cake made with cake mix and fresh strawberries is perfect for next event! Soft cake, delicious flavor, it’s sure to please!
Root Beer Poke Cake made with a few simple ingredients like a cake mix and Root Beer of course! It tastes like a Root Beer Float in cake form!
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