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Easter Poke Cake

Delightful Easter Poke Cake You Can Make Ahead for Celebrations

This Easter Poke Cake is a vibrant and easy make-ahead dessert that captures the joy of spring celebrations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Can substitute with vanilla or lemon cake mix.
For the Pudding Filling
  • 1 pkg Instant White Chocolate Pudding Can use vanilla or cheesecake pudding.
  • 2 cups Milk Any type, dairy or non-dairy.
For the Whipped Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use store-bought whipped topping.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust to desired sweetness.
For the Color
  • as needed Food Coloring Use liquid or gel for vibrant colors.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Whisk
  • Spoon
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easter Poke Cake
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine white cake mix, water, oil, and eggs in a large mixing bowl and mix until smooth, about 2 minutes.
  2. Divide batter into four bowls and add food coloring to each bowl to create colored layers.
  3. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and alternate spoonfuls of each colored batter into the dish.
  4. Bake according to package instructions, typically 25 to 30 minutes. Allow to cool for 10 minutes.
  5. Poke holes in the cooled cake using a wooden spoon handle in a grid pattern.
  6. Whisk together instant pudding mix and milk, then pour over the cake, filling the holes.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  8. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form, then spread over the cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, allow cake to cool completely before poking holes. Store in an airtight container and consume within 3 days.

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