Coconut Poke Cake
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Coconut Poke Cake
Description
The Coconut Poke Cake starts with a classic white cake, baked in a 9x13-inch pan and allowed to cool slightly. By poking holes throughout the cake, it absorbs a mixture of cream of coconut and sweetened condensed milk, infusing it with rich coconut flavor and moisture. After several hours chilling in the refrigerator, the cake sets and is finished with a layer of whipped topping and a sprinkle of flaked or toasted coconut to add a delicate crunch and extra coconut essence. The texture balances between soft and creamy with a subtle sweetness from the coconut components.
This cake works well as a dessert for casual get-togethers or potlucks due to its make-ahead ease and pleasing look. It can be sliced and served directly from the pan, making it practical for serving multiple guests.
Notes suggest substituting the canned cream of coconut by simmering coconut cream with sugar and vanilla for a homemade version. The cake keeps covered in the refrigerator for a couple of days and can also be frozen for up to three months, thawing in the fridge before serving.
Ingredients
- 1 (15.25-ounce) box white cake mix plus any ingredients listed on box
- 1 (14-ounce) can cream of coconut
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 (8-ounce) tub Whipped Cream or whipped topping
- 1 (8-ounce) package coconut or toasted coconut, optional, flaked
Instructions
- Prepare the cake as directed on the box and bake in a 9x13-inch baking pan. Let the cake cool for 15 minutes.
- Poke holes in the cake with a fork at ½–1-inch intervals.
- In a medium bowl, mix the cream of coconut and sweetened condensed milk and pour over the warm cake.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 2–4 hours. Top with whipped topping, then flaked coconut right before serving.
Notes
- Substitute cream of coconut by gently heating coconut cream with sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Store the cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
- Freeze well-wrapped cake for up to 3 months and thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 417 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 417kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 20g | 100% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 80mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 244mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 46g | 92% |
| Vitamin A | 102IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 112mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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