Description

Celebrate Easter with this fun and festive Easter Poke Cake! A moist and fluffy cake filled with vibrant pastel pudding, topped with whipped cream and Easter sprinkles. Easy to make, colorful, and perfect for holiday gatherings. Try this delicious dessert today

Ingredients

Scale

Cake Base:

1 box white or yellow cake mix
3 eggs (as per cake mix instructions)
½ cup vegetable oil
1 cup water

Filling:

1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding
2 cups milk
Food coloring (pastel pink, blue, yellow, purple)

Topping:

1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip)
Easter sprinkles
Mini chocolate eggs or jelly beans
Shredded coconut (optional, dyed green)

Instructions

1. Bake the Cake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Prepare cake batter according to the package instructions.
Pour the batter into the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool for 10-15 minutes before proceeding.

2. Poke and Fill the Cake

Use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes across the cake, about 1 inch apart.
Prepare instant pudding by whisking it with milk until smooth.
Divide the pudding into 4 bowls and add food coloring to each.
Spoon the colored pudding into the holes, alternating colors for a fun effect.

3. Add Topping and Decorations

Spread whipped topping evenly over the cake.
Sprinkle with Easter sprinkles, mini chocolate eggs, or shredded coconut for a festive look.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the pudding to set.

Notes

Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare the cake a day in advance and refrigerate overnight for enhanced flavor.
Storage: Keep covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. Avoid freezing.
Alternative Fillings: Try lemon pudding, strawberry pudding, or chocolate pudding for different flavors.
Decorating Ideas: Drizzle melted white chocolate on top for extra sweetness.

Prep Time: PT15M
Cook Time: PT30M
Category: dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Calories: Approximately 280 kcal per serving

Keywords: Easter, Spring Dessert, Poke Cake, Colorful Cake, Holiday Baking, Kid-Friendly, Easy Cake Recipe