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Decadent Irish Coffee Poke Cake Recipe with Easy Whiskey Glaze

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A rich and moist yellow cake soaked in strong coffee and Irish whiskey, topped with a smooth whiskey glaze. Perfect for adult gatherings and cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box yellow cake mix (or homemade yellow cake recipe)
  • 1 cup brewed strong coffee, cooled
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the Coffee Soak:
  • 1 cup brewed strong coffee, cooled
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp Irish whiskey
  • For the Whiskey Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 tbsp Irish whiskey
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional Garnishes:
  • Whipped cream
  • Grated dark chocolate or cocoa powder
  • Freshly ground coffee beans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, oil, sour cream, and vanilla extract. Mix on medium speed until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Pour batter evenly into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  4. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few crumbs.
  5. While baking, whisk together 1 cup brewed coffee, sugar, and 2 tbsp Irish whiskey for the coffee soak. Set aside to cool.
  6. Once cake is done, immediately poke holes about 1 inch apart all over the top using a toothpick or skewer.
  7. Slowly pour the coffee soak evenly over the warm cake, allowing it to sink into the holes.
  8. Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  9. Prepare the whiskey glaze by whisking powdered sugar, whiskey, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Adjust thickness as needed.
  10. Drizzle the glaze evenly over the cooled cake.
  11. Optionally, top with whipped cream and dust with cocoa powder or grated dark chocolate.

Notes

Do not overbake the cake to keep it moist for soaking. Use strong brewed coffee for best flavor. Poke holes evenly about 1 inch apart. Cool cake completely before glazing to maintain glaze shine. The cake tastes better the next day. Store covered in fridge up to 3 days. For non-alcoholic version, replace whiskey with coffee extract or extra coffee.

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