Easter Poke Cake - A Colorful, Guilt-Free Delight for Spring

Easter Poke Cake is a vibrant, guilt-free dessert perfect for spring gatherings, easily customizable with delicious layers.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 30

Chilling Time 2

Total Time 3

Servings: 12 slices

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cake

1 box White Cake Mix Can substitute with vanilla or lemon cake mix
as needed Gel Food Coloring Use different colors for vibrant layers

For the Pudding Layer

1 packet Instant White Chocolate Pudding Can swap with vanilla, cheesecake, or lemon pudding
2 cups Milk Any type, including non-dairy varieties

For the Topping

1 cup Heavy Cream Can use pre-made whipped cream
1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste

Equipment

Oven
Large mixing bowl
9x13-inch baking dish
electric mixer
toothpick

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Mix the cake according to package instructions, then divide into four portions and color each portion with gel food coloring.
Alternate dollops of each colored batter into the dish and swirl gently for a marbled effect.
Bake for 25-30 minutes and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
Poke holes in the cake with a wooden spoon at 1-inch intervals.
Whisk pudding mix with milk until thickened and pour over the cooled cake, covering holes.
Chill covered in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
Spread whipped cream over the pudding layer and decorate as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Chill completely before serving for optimal texture and taste.

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