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Easter Poke Cake

Deliciously Easy Easter Poke Cake That Will Wow Your Guests

A delightful Easter Poke Cake that is easy to make and perfect for celebrations, bringing vibrant colors and flavors to your gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Vanilla or lemon cake mix can also be substituted for different flavors.
  • as needed Food Coloring Regular liquid food coloring works.
For the Pudding
  • 1 box Instant White Chocolate Pudding Can be swapped with vanilla, cheesecake, or lemon pudding.
  • 2 cups Milk Whole or 2% milk yields the best consistency.
For the Whipped Cream Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream If short on time, use pre-made whipped topping.
  • to taste Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste for your preference.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish
  • whisk
  • Toothpick
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easter Poke Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the white cake mix according to the package instructions, adding the necessary eggs, water, and oil.
  2. Divide the batter evenly into four bowls, adding a few drops of different food coloring to each bowl. Stir until colors are vibrant, then set aside.
  3. Pour spoonfuls of the colored batter into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, alternating colors for a marbled effect. Use a toothpick to swirl colors together gently. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Allow it to cool for 10 minutes in the pan. Poke holes evenly across the top of the cake using a wooden spoon, about 1 inch apart.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant white chocolate pudding and 2 cups of cold milk until smooth. Pour the pudding mixture generously over the cooled cake, ensuring it fills the holes.
  6. Cover the cake with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least one hour, ideally for 2 to 4 hours.
  7. Make your whipped cream by beating heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread whipped cream over the top of the cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 140mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a stunning presentation, add sprinkles or candy decorations just before serving. Experiment with different pudding flavors and color themes for your Easter Poke Cake.

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