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Easter Poke Cake Recipe

Easter Poke Cake Recipe

Get ready to brighten up your celebrations with this delightful Easter Poke Cake Recipe! This colorful dessert is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it the perfect centerpiece for any festive gathering. With a moist cake soaked in creamy pudding and topped with fluffy whipped cream, every bite is a burst of flavor and fun. Customize it with your choice of vibrant food colors and toppings to make it uniquely yours. Whether for Easter, birthday parties, or springtime festivities, this cake is sure to impress guests of all ages!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 12 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 box French Vanilla Cake Mix
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 box instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 oz)
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1 carton Cool Whip
  • Food coloring (neon or gel)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil; mix until smooth.
  3. Divide the batter into three bowls and color each with different food coloring.
  4. Pour the colored batters into Ziploc bags, snip off one corner, and squirt them into the prepared pan to create a marbled effect.
  5. Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow it to cool.
  6. Poke holes in the cooled cake using the back of a wooden spoon.
  7. Whisk together the milk and pudding mix for about five minutes until thickened, then pour over the cake.
  8. Spread Cool Whip evenly on top and decorate with sprinkles if desired.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
  • Calories: 215
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Allow eggs and milk to reach room temperature for better mixing. Chill the cake in the fridge before serving for enhanced flavor.

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