Easter Poke Cake
Easter Poke Cake is a vibrant, festive dessert that celebrates the flavors of spring. With its colorful layers and creamy frosting, it’s sure to be a hit at any gathering.
- Author: Jennifer
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 12 slices
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Boxed vanilla cake mix
- Eggs
- Water (or milk)
- Gelatin powder (various colors)
- Whipped topping
- Sprinkles
- Fresh fruit (optional)
- Preheat your oven and prepare the vanilla cake mix according to package instructions, using eggs and water or milk.
- Bake in a greased rectangular baking dish until golden brown; cool completely.
- Poke holes all over the cooled cake with a fork or skewer.
- Prepare gelatin according to package instructions, mixing different flavors if desired. Pour evenly over the poked cake.
- Allow gelatin to set (about 2 hours) before spreading whipped topping evenly across the top.
- Decorate with sprinkles and fresh fruit as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added texture, layer crushed Easter candies or fresh fruit between layers. Experiment with various pudding flavors for a personalized touch. Ensure the cake cools completely before adding toppings to avoid melting.