A poke cake is a fun dessert where you bake a cake, poke holes in it, and pour a sweet, gooey filling over the top, letting it soak into every bite.
Ever wanted to bake a cake that’s like a delicious surprise in every bite? You’re in luck! Get ready to master the poke cake—a moist, flavor-packed marvel that’s ridiculously easy to make. Keep reading for a recipe loaded with all the juicy details. Spoiler alert: it’s going to be fun!
Poke Cake Extravaganza
This colorful masterpiece is every bit as fun as it sounds. Craving a sweet treat that’s both delectable and visually stunning? The Poke Cake is your answer! It’s like the cake version of a carnival in your mouth.
- Cooking method: Baking
- Prep time: 30 minutes
- Cook time: 25-30 minutes
- Cuisine type: American
Ingredients
- 1 box of white cake mix
- 1 cup of water
- 1/3 cup of vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant pudding mix (any flavor)
- 2 cups of milk
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip, thawed)
- Food coloring (optional)
- Assorted sprinkles
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs until smooth. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.
- Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the cooled cake, spacing about 1 inch apart.
- Prepare the instant pudding mix with milk as per the package instructions. If using food coloring, add it now for some visual pizzazz!
- Pour the pudding mixture over the cake, ensuring it fills the holes. Spread evenly on top.
- Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least one hour to set.
- Spread the whipped topping over the chilled pudding layer. Smooth it out like a fluffy cloud.
- Sprinkle assorted sprinkles on top as the pièce de résistance. Slice and serve!
Suggestions
- Alternative ingredients: Swap vanilla pudding for chocolate for a richer taste, or use flavored whipped toppings.
- Garnishing: Add fresh fruit slices, crushed cookies, or even chocolate shavings for extra flair.
- Cooking tips: Make sure the cake is fully cooled before adding pudding, or you’ll end up with a soggy surprise. Also, go wild with flavors and colors—poke cakes are meant to be fun!
