Snickerdoodle Poke Cake
When my kids asked for snickerdoodles and I was craving coffee cake, I blended the two into one irresistible dessert: Snickerdoodle Poke Cake. This recipe combines the cozy charm of a classic cookie with the soft, tender texture of cake, making it perfect for family gatherings or everyday sweet cravings.
The magic happens after baking. While the cake is still warm, holes are poked into it with the handle of a wooden spoon, then filled with a rich vanilla glaze. This simple step ensures every bite is moist, flavorful, and infused with that signature cinnamon-sugar sweetness.
For the finishing touch, a sprinkle of cinnamon-sugar over the glazed cake adds sparkle, spice, and the unmistakable flavor of a snickerdoodle in every forkful.
Snickerdoodle Poke Cake
Ingredients
- 3/4 C butter room temperature
- 1 C sugar
- 3/4 C brown sugar
- 1/2 C sour cream
- 4 eggs
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 2 1/2 C flour
- 1 1/4 tsp. baking powder
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
- cinnamon
- sugar
- glaze:
- 2 Tbsp. butter softened
- 1 1/2 C powdered sugar
- 2 tsp. vanilla
- 2-3 Tbsp. milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees; grease a 9 x 13″ pan.
- Cream together the butter, sugar and brown sugar.
- Whip in the sour cream, eggs and vanilla.
- Fold in the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and cream of tartar.
- Pour into prepared pan.
- Sprinkle on desired amount of cinnamon and sugar.
- Swirl a knife through the batter.
- Bake for 23-25 minutes; until a toothpick in the center comes out clean.
- Take a spoon handle and poke holes all over the cake; set aside.
- For the glaze: mix together the butter, powdered sugar and vanilla; add milk until desired consistency.
- Pour all over the cake (with the cake being warm it will immediately seep into it).
- Allow the cake to cool for about half an hour.
- Slice, serve and enjoy!
Step by step photo instructions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees; grease a 9 x 13″ pan.
Cream together the butter, sugar and brown sugar.
Whip in the sour cream, eggs and vanilla.
Fold in the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and cream of tartar.
Pour into prepared pan.
Sprinkle on desired amount of cinnamon and sugar.
Swirl a knife through the batter.
Bake for 23-25 minutes; until a toothpick in the center comes out clean.
Take a spoon handle and poke holes all over the cake; set aside.
For the glaze: mix together the butter, powdered sugar and vanilla; add milk until desired consistency.
Pour all over the cake (with the cake being warm it will immediately seep into it). Allow the cake to cool for about half an hour.
Slice, serve and enjoy!
Why you’ll love this snickerdoodle poke cake
- Best of both worlds: This recipe is a brilliant fusion of the warm, cinnamon-sugar flavor of snickerdoodle cookies with the fluffy, moist texture of a classic poke cake.
- Family-friendly: The flavor profile is a guaranteed hit with kids and adults alike, making it the perfect dessert for parties, potlucks, or a special weekend treat.
- So easy to make: Starting with a simple cake mix streamlines the process, so you can enjoy this delicious homemade dessert with minimal effort.
- Incredibly moist: The vanilla glaze soaks into every crevice, ensuring a perfectly moist and decadent result that stays fresh for days.
UK here and this cake was beautiful!!!! Saved the recipe and shared it all over facebook. Thanks tons!
Just pulled ours out of the oven! While making the glaze I realized I was out of milk….I may or may not have used Malibu Rum in its place…….
Oh that sounds yummy!
In the ovem now
Everyone loved the cake!
I'm so happy…thank you!
Yum!!
Made this tonight. The whole family LOVED it! I love recipes where I have everything on hand in my pantry. We will be making this again.
Thank you!
I love poke cakes – and I love the idea of a snickerdoodle version! 🙂
Sounds delicious! =)