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King Cake Poke Cake Recipe

This King Cake Poke Cake is a festive delight! A colorful, creamy masterpiece perfect for any celebration!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:
  • 1 package white cake mix
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2.5 cups condensed milk
  • 2 cups white chocolate chips
  • 3.4 ounces vanilla pudding mix
  • 3.4 ounces banana pudding mix
  • 4 cups milk whole milk recommended
  • 8 ounces whipped topping
For Coloring:
  • 1 each Bright Green Gel Food Coloring
  • 1 each Purple Gel Food Coloring
  • 1 each Yellow Gel Food Coloring
For Decoration:
  • 1 cup Green, yellow, and purple sprinkles

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Toothpick or skewer
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

King Cake Poke Cake Recipe in Steps
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Cake - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, the ingredients needed to prepare the mix, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Mix until smooth, pour into a greased 9x13 inch dish, and bake according to package instructions, about 25-30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Cool and Poke - Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes. Use a toothpick or skewer to poke holes all over the cake.
  3. Step 3: Prepare the Filling - In a mixing bowl, whisk together the condensed milk, vanilla pudding mix, banana pudding mix, and 4 cups of milk until smooth. Divide into three bowls, adding gel food colors to each.
  4. Step 4: Fill the Poke Cake - Pour the colored filling into the holes of the cake, alternating colors. Let it sit for about 30 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Add the Topping - Spread the whipped topping evenly over the cake.
  6. Step 6: Decorate - Sprinkle green, yellow, and purple sprinkles over the topping.
  7. Step 7: Chill and Serve - Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • For a more pronounced banana flavor, increase banana pudding mix.
  • Try adding a layer of cream cheese frosting beneath the whipped topping for richness.
  • This cake can be made ahead; just add the topping before serving.