Description
This Easter Pastel Poke Cake is a vibrant, festive dessert perfect for spring gatherings. A moist vanilla cake infused with pastel colors is topped with a light whipped topping, making it a showstopping treat for Easter brunch or any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box vanilla or white cake mix
- Eggs (as per cake mix instructions)
- Vegetable oil (as per cake mix instructions)
- Water (as per cake mix instructions)
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- Food coloring (pastel shades: pink, blue, yellow, green, purple)
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Sprinkles or pastel-colored candies for decoration
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Batter
- Preheat oven according to cake mix instructions.
- In a large bowl, prepare cake mix as directed, using eggs, oil, and water.
- Divide batter into 4-5 bowls and tint each with a different pastel food coloring.
- Gently swirl the colors together in a greased 9×13-inch cake pan.
- Bake the Cake
- Bake according to package directions or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool slightly but remain warm.
- Poke and Fill
- Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes evenly across the cake surface.
- Pour sweetened condensed milk over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes.
- Let the cake cool completely.
- Prepare the Whipped Topping
- In a bowl, mix whipped topping, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread evenly over the cooled cake.
- Decorate and Serve
- Sprinkle pastel decorations or Easter-themed candies on top.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Variations: Use chocolate cake mix, cream cheese frosting, fresh fruit layers, or pastel-colored gelatin for different flavors.
- Storage: Refrigerate covered for up to 3 days or freeze individual slices for up to 2 months.
- Customization: Use gel food coloring for more vibrant pastels without altering cake texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- cooling time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Easter cake, pastel poke cake, spring dessert, festive cake, easy Easter dessert