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Easter Poke Cake

Easter Poke Cake: Moist, Colorful Delight for Your Spring Celebration

Celebrate spring with this delightful Easter Poke Cake, featuring moist texture, creamy pudding, and vibrant colors.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Alternatively, yellow cake mix can be used.
For the Pudding Filling
  • 1 package Vanilla Pudding Can substitute with flavors like lemon or coconut.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Cool Whip or Whipped Cream Use whipped heavy cream for less sweetness.
  • as needed Food Coloring Optional, use gel colors for vibrant results.
For the Decoration
  • as desired Sprinkles Optional but enhances the visual appeal.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine the boxed white cake mix with water, eggs, and oil in a large mixing bowl, and beat for 2 minutes until smooth. Pour into a greased baking pan and bake for 25–30 minutes.
  2. Once baked, cool the cake in the pan for about 15 minutes.
  3. Poke holes evenly across the surface of the cooled cake with a wooden spoon or skewer, making about 1-inch intervals.
  4. Prepare the vanilla pudding according to the package instructions and pour it over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes.
  5. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to enhance moisture and meld flavors.
  6. Spread Cool Whip or whipped cream over the top before serving, and consider adding sprinkles for a festive touch.
  7. Slice into squares and serve with extra whipped cream or fresh fruit as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Chill the cake overnight for the best flavor and texture. Customize pudding flavors to suit your taste. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 2 months.

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