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Easter Poke Cake

Easter Poke Cake

A festive and colorful Easter Poke Cake that combines a delightful white cake with layers of creamy white chocolate pudding and whipped cream, perfect for celebrating the holiday.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 9×13 inches baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • toothpick

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients

  • 1 box white cake mix
  • ingredients listed on the box (eggs, water, oil)
  • 2 boxes instant white chocolate pudding (3.3 oz. each)
  • 3.5 cups milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 0.25 cups powdered sugar (or more to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Food coloring (blue, green, pink, and yellow)

Instructions
 

Baking Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to a temperature specified on the box. Grease a 9×13 inches baking dish with baking spray and set aside.
  • Prepare the cake mix according to the directions listed on the box.
  • Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and add a few drops of food coloring in each bowl, stirring well.
  • Using a spoon, make small drops of each mixture in the bottom of the baking dish, ensuring to leave space between the drops.
  • Continue adding the colored batter until the bottom of the pan is covered, then add another layer on top.
  • Tap the baking dish on the counter to flatten, and swirl the colors slightly with a toothpick without overmixing.
  • Bake as directed on the box.
  • Once baked, let the cake sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes, and then poke holes all over the top with the handle end of a wooden spoon.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the white chocolate pudding and milk until dissolved.
  • Pour the pudding over the cooled cake, making sure to fill all the holes completely, then spread any remaining pudding on top.
  • Place the cake in the fridge to set completely.
  • Once set, top with whipped cream made by mixing chilled heavy cream and vanilla until soft peaks form, then add powdered sugar and mix until stiff peaks form.
  • Spread whipped cream over the pudding layer and garnish with sprinkles before serving.
  • Store in the fridge.

Notes

Ensure the cake is completely cooled before poking holes and adding pudding. Use a variety of food coloring for a vibrant cake. Store leftovers in the fridge for better freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18g
Keyword cake, Easter, pudding, vegetarian, whipped cream
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