Description
Pineapple Coconut Poke Cake is a delightful summer dessert that encapsulates the essence of a tropical getaway in every bite. This easy-to-make poke cake features a moist yellow cake base infused with luscious pineapple juice, combined with creamy coconut pudding and topped with fluffy whipped cream and crunchy toasted coconut flakes. Ideal for birthdays, barbecues, or simply as a sweet treat at home, this cake is guaranteed to impress guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. With its vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation, it’s the perfect centerpiece for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 2 packages coconut cream instant pudding mix
- 1 can crushed pineapple (8 oz), drained
- 4 cups milk
- 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes
- Whipped topping or fresh whipped cream (16 oz)
- 1 cup toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Prepare the cake mix using pineapple juice from the drained fruit instead of water, then bake until golden brown per package instructions.
- Once baked, poke holes in the warm cake with a spoon.
- In a bowl, combine milk and pudding mixes; beat until thickened, then fold in drained pineapple and sweetened coconut flakes.
- Pour the mixture over the cake and refrigerate for at least one hour to set.
- After chilling, spread whipped topping over the cake and sprinkle with toasted coconut.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg