Festive Easter Poke Cake starts with a cake mix which is baked & poked, layered with a white chocolate pudding & topped with a sweetened whipped cream and sprinkles!
This colorful and flavorful pudding poke cake is perfect for any Easter celebration, and it’s incredibly easy to make.
This chocolate poke cake recipe creates a delightful dessert that is not only visually appealing but also delicious. Make this simple poke cake for your next family holiday event and watch how quickly it disappears!
You’ve Got to Taste this Pudding Poke Cake!
This Easter Poke Cake is a heavenly dessert that is sure to please anyone with a sweet tooth. The texture of the cake is light and fluffy, while the pudding filling adds a creamy and smooth texture to each bite. The cake is moist and tender, making it easy to cut and serve.
The festive colors of the cake are bright and vibrant, making it a perfect dessert for Easter or any spring celebration! The combination of light and fluffy cake, rich and creamy pudding, and bright and vibrant colors make it a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Perfect for Easter: The colorful layers of this cake make it the perfect dessert for Easter. The pastel colors of pink, blue, green, and yellow are reminiscent of Easter eggs. The cake is also light and refreshing, which is perfect for springtime.
- Easy to Make: This recipe is easy to make, even for novice bakers. All you need is a white cake mix, instant white chocolate pudding, milk, heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and food coloring. The instructions are simple and straightforward, and the end result is a beautiful and delicious cake.
- Customizable: One of the best things about this recipe is that it is customizable. You can use any colors you like to make the cake unique to your preferences. You can also add different toppings to the cake, such as sprinkles or whipped cream.
Ingredients for Easter Pudding Poke Cake
Cake mix: Make this festive dessert simple by using one 15.25-oz white cake mix (plus the ingredients on package- eggs, oil, water, etc.).
Food coloring: Color the cake mix for a fun Easter treat by using pink, blue, green, and yellow food coloring.
Pudding: Use two 3.3-oz boxes of instant white chocolate pudding for a delicious layer in this poke cake.
Milk: Add 3 ½ cups of milk to the dry pudding mix to create a soft and creamy mixture.
Heavy cream: You will need 2 cups of heavy cream to make a fluffy and light homemade whipped cream.
Powder sugar: Sweeten the whipped topping perfectly by adding ¼ cup of powdered sugar.
Vanilla extract: Using 1 tsp of vanilla extract will give the cream a subtle but delicious taste.
How to make Chocolate Pudding Easter Poke Cake
Cake prep
Begin by preparing a 9×13 baking dish by spraying with non-stick cooking spray. Also, get the oven preheating to the temperature as directed on the cake box.
Next, prepare the cake mix as directed on the packaging. Once you have the batter ready, divide it into four different bowls and add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl (one pink, blue, green, and yellow – do not mix the colors). Stir the batter and food coloring, add more drops until you reach the desired colors you’d like.
Proceed to quickly drop spoonful’s of the colored batter into the prepared baking dish, alternating colors until the batter is all used. The cake batter will spread quickly, so work fast!
Once you’ve added all the batter, lightly tap the bottom of the dish on the counter. Then use a toothpick and lightly swirl the colors just a little bit, do not over mix the colors.
Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for the time indicated on the box.
Once baked, let the cake cool for about 10 minutes. Then poke all over the top of the cake with the end of a wooden spoon or a large straw, about an inch apart. Then let it cool completely.
Pudding layer
In a large bowl add the white chocolate dry pudding mix and milk, whisk together until everything is dissolved. Continue to pour the pudding mixture over the top of the cake and spread it around with a spatula, try to get as much pudding into the holes.
Next, place the cake in the refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes, until the pudding has set.
Whipped cream topping
While the cake is chilling, get started on the whipped topping.
In a large bowl add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, beat using an electric hand mixer until soft peaks form. Then add the powdered sugar and mix until stiff peaks form, this typically takes about 5-6 minutes.
Once the whipped topping has thickened, spread it over the pudding layer to cover the entire cake surface.
Lastly, top the cake with Easter themed/colored sprinkles (if desired) and enjoy!
Variations for Pudding Poke Cake
There are endless possibilities when it comes to flavoring and coloring a pudding poke cake. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
Fruit Flavors: For a fruity twist on the classic Easter poke cake, try using fruit-flavored gelatin instead of instant pudding. Simply mix the gelatin with boiling water until dissolved, then add cold water and pour over the cake. Top with whipped cream and fresh fruit for a colorful and refreshing dessert.
Chocolate Lover’s Delight: For a chocolatey twist, use chocolate cake mix and chocolate pudding instead of white. Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for a decadent dessert that’s sure to please any chocolate lover.
Funfetti Surprise: For a fun and colorful surprise, add sprinkles to the prepared pudding mixture before pouring over the cake. Top with whipped cream and more sprinkles for a festive and fun dessert.
Festive Easter Poke Cake
Ingredients
- 15.25 oz white cake mix plus ingredients on package plus ingredients on package- eggs, oil, water
- 6.6 oz instant white chocolate pudding two 3.3 oz boxes
- 3 ½ cups milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pink, blue, green and yellow food coloring
Instructions
- Cake prep: Prepare a 9×13 baking dish by spraying with non-stick cooking spray. Get the oven preheating to the temperature as directed on the cake box.
- Prepare the cake mix as directed on the packaging. Once you have the batter ready, divide it into four different bowls and add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl, one pink, blue, green, and yellow (do not mix the colors). Stir the batter and food coloring, add more drops until you reach the desired colors you’d like.
- Quickly drop spoonfuls of the colored batter into the prepared baking dish, alternating colors until they’re all used. The drops are going to spread, so work fast!
- Once you’ve added all the batter lightly tap the bottom of the dish on the counter. Use a toothpick and lightly swirl the colors just a little bit, do not over mix the colors. Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for the time indicated on the box.
- Let the cake cool for about 10 minutes. Then poke all over the top of the cake with the end of a wooden spoon or a large straw, about an inch apart. Then let it cool completely.
- Pudding layer: In a large bowl add the white chocolate dry pudding mix and milk, whisk together until everything is dissolved. Continue to pour the pudding mixture over the top of the cake and spread it around with a spatula, try to get as much pudding into the holes. Place the cake in the refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes, until the pudding has set.
- Whipped cream topping: While the cake is chilling, get started on the whipped topping. In a large bowl add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, beat using an electric hand mixer until soft peaks form. Then add the powdered sugar and mix until stiff peaks form, about 5-6 minutes.
- Once the whipped topping has thickened, spread it over the pudding layer to cover the entire cake surface. Top the cake with Easter sprinkles, if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
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How long is this cake good for?
The Easter Poke Cake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. It is recommended to cover the cake with plastic wrap or aluminum foil to keep it fresh.
What ingredients can I add to the cake mix to enhance its flavor?
Adding ingredients like vanilla extract, almond extract, lemon zest, or even a pinch of salt can enhance the flavor of a white cake mix. You can also add in some chopped nuts, dried fruits, or chocolate chips to give the cake some texture.
Serving suggestions for Easter Poke Cake
The Easter Poke Cake can be served with whipped cream, fresh berries, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce. You can also add some sprinkles or candy decorations to make it look more festive.
How can I prevent my poke cake from becoming soggy?
To prevent the poke cake from becoming soggy, it is important to let the cake cool completely before poking the holes. You can also use a fork or a toothpick to make small holes instead of large ones. Additionally, make sure to pour the pudding mixture slowly and evenly over the cake.
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Easter Poke Cake is easily made with a boxed cake mix, pudding, and topped with a sweet homemade whipped cream! This vibrant and festive pudding poke cake makes a beautiful treat for any Easter dessert table.
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