Prepare Time
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes, plus chilling
Ingredients
- 1 box white cake mix
- Ingredients listed on the box (e.g., eggs, water, oil)
- 2 (3.3 oz.) boxes instant white chocolate pudding
- 3 1/2 cups milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (or more to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (blue, green, pink, and yellow)
Directions
- Prepare the white cake according to the package instructions and bake in a 9×13 inch pan. Once baked, allow the cake to cool completely.
- Using the end of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the cooled cake.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the white chocolate pudding mix and milk until smooth. Divide the pudding into four bowls, adding a few drops of a different food coloring to each and mixing well.
- Pour the colored pudding over the cake, ensuring it fills the holes. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Spread this whipped cream over the chilled cake.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Cook Notes
The key to a perfect Easter Poke Cake is ensuring the pudding fills the holes adequately, allowing every bite to have a burst of creamy flavor.
Variations
- Fruit Flavored: Substitute white chocolate pudding with your favorite fruit-flavored gelatin for a fruity twist.
- Chocolate Lovers: Use chocolate cake mix and chocolate pudding for a decadent version.
Keto Version
Substitute the white cake mix with almond flour and sweetener, use a keto-friendly pudding mix, and ensure the heavy cream and food coloring are keto-compatible.
Low-Carb Version
Opt for a low-carb cake mix or create your own with low-carb ingredients. Use a sugar-free pudding mix and substitute powdered sugar with a sugar-free alternative in the whipped cream.
Nutrition Fact
While specific nutrition facts depend on the brands of ingredients used and the exact proportions, a typical slice of Easter Poke Cake (1/12th of the cake) approximately contains:
- Calories: 350-400
- Fat: 18-22g
- Carbohydrates: 40-45g
- Protein: 4-6g
- Sugar: 25-30g
(Note: For the Keto and Low-Carb versions, the macronutrient profile will vary significantly based on substitutions.)
This Easter Poke Cake is more than just a dessert; it’s a festive celebration of the season, promising not only a feast for the taste buds but also a burst of joy and color to your Easter table. Enjoy crafting and indulging in this delightful treat!
