๐ฐ๐ฅ Easter Bunny Poke Cake Recipe ๐๐ธ
A fun and festive poke cake, perfect for Easter! This cake is light, fluffy, and filled with a creamy vanilla pudding, topped with a smooth whipped topping. Decorate it with pastel colors, sprinkles, and candy for a delightful holiday treat!
๐ธ Ingredients ๐ธ
For the Cake:
- ๐ 1 box white cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box – usually eggs, oil, and water)
- ๐ฎ 1 package (3 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- ๐ฅ 1¾ cups milk (cold, for mixing the pudding)
- ๐ฆ 1 cup whipped topping (such as Cool Whip, thawed)
Optional Decorations:
- ๐ Pastel food coloring (for a colorful Easter theme)
- ๐ฌ Easter sprinkles
- ๐ฐ Mini chocolate bunnies or candy eggs
- ๐ฅฅ Shredded coconut (can be dyed green for a grass effect)
๐ Instructions ๐
Step 1: Prepare the Cake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, prepare the white cake mix according to the instructions on the box (typically by adding eggs, oil, and water).
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth out the top.
- Bake according to package instructions (typically 25-30 minutes), or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes.
Step 2: Poke & Fill the Cake
- Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the cake, spacing them about 1 inch apart. The holes should be deep enough for the pudding to seep into the cake.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and 1¾ cups of cold milk until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Pour the pudding mixture evenly over the cake, making sure it fills the holes.
- Use a spatula to spread any remaining pudding over the top of the cake.
- Cover and refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes to allow the pudding to set.
Step 3: Add the Whipped Topping & Decorations
- Spread 1 cup of whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake.
- If desired, divide the whipped topping into separate bowls and add a few drops of pastel food coloring to create a colorful topping. Swirl the colors together for a festive look!
- Sprinkle Easter sprinkles, shredded coconut (dyed green for grass), and place mini chocolate bunnies or candy eggs on top for decoration.
Step 4: Chill & Serve
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow all the flavors to blend.
- Slice into squares and serve chilled.
๐ท Tips & Variations ๐ท
โ Make it extra colorful! Add a few drops of food coloring to the cake batter before baking for a fun Easter twist.
โ Use different pudding flavors! Try white chocolate, lemon, or coconut pudding for a unique flavor.
โ Turn it into cupcakes! Instead of a full cake, divide the batter into cupcake liners and poke small holes to fill each one with pudding.
โ For a coconut-flavored cake, add ½ teaspoon coconut extract to the cake batter and top with shredded coconut.
This Easter Bunny Poke Cake is soft, creamy, and bursting with springtime cheer! It’s the perfect no-fuss dessert for Easter gatherings, potlucks, or just a fun baking project with the family.
Enjoy your Easter treat! ๐ฐ๐๐ธ
