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Easter Poke Cake

Colorful Easter Poke Cake that Sparks Joy and Delight

This Easy Easter Poke Cake is a vibrant and delightful dessert perfect for spring gatherings, appealing to all ages.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Can be substituted with vanilla or lemon.
  • 1 cup Milk Any type, including dairy-free, works well.
For the Pudding Layer
  • 1 box Instant White Chocolate Pudding Alternatives: vanilla, cheesecake, or lemon.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use store-bought whipped cream.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste.
For the Color
  • 1 bottle Food Coloring Use liquid or gel options.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Whisk
  • mixing spoon
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine the white cake mix with the milk, mixing until smooth. Divide the batter into individual bowls and add food coloring to each bowl until colors are vibrant.
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spoon the colorful batter into the dish, swirling the different colors together. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  3. Poke holes all over the top of the cooled cake using a wooden spoon handle or skewer, spacing them about an inch apart.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the instant pudding mix and milk until smooth and thick. Pour the pudding evenly over the cake, filling the holes.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the pudding to set.
  6. Chill a mixing bowl for 10 minutes, then combine heavy cream and powdered sugar in it. Whip until soft peaks form, which takes 3-5 minutes.
  7. Spread the whipped cream evenly over the chilled cake. Decorate with colorful sprinkles or edible glitter before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the heavy cream before whipping for best results. Customize pudding flavors as desired. Use natural colorants for healthier layers.

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