Description
This Shamrock Delight Poke Cake is a soft vanilla or white cake, soaked in creamy mint pudding and topped with fluffy whipped topping. The green color and refreshing mint flavor make it the perfect festive dessert for St. Patrick’s Day. Light, fun, and easy to make!
Ingredients
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- For the Cake:
- 1 box white cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for extra flavor)
- Green food coloring
- For the Filling:
- 1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla or white chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract (optional, for a minty twist)
- Green food coloring
- For the Topping:
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip) OR homemade whipped cream
- Green sprinkles, crushed Oreos, or chocolate shavings (for decoration)
Instructions
- Bake the Cake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the cake mix according to package instructions, adding vanilla extract and a few drops of green food coloring for a festive touch.
- Bake in a 9×13-inch pan for the time specified on the box.
- Let the cake cool slightly.
- Poke the Cake:
- Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes evenly across the cake.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a bowl, whisk together pudding mix, cold milk, peppermint extract, and a few drops of green food coloring until smooth.
- Pour the mixture over the cake, making sure it seeps into the holes.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the pudding to set.
- Top with Whipped Topping:
- Spread whipped topping evenly over the cake.
- Sprinkle with green sprinkles, crushed Oreos, or chocolate shavings.
- Chill & Serve:
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving for the best flavor.
- Slice and enjoy your Shamrock Delight Poke Cake!
Notes
- For extra mint flavor, use pistachio pudding instead of vanilla.
- Want a chocolate version? Use chocolate cake mix and mint pudding for a mint-chocolate poke cake!
- Storage: Keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Recipe Details
Nutrition
- Calories: ~280
- Sugar: ~30g
- Sodium: ~210mg
- Fat: ~10g
- Saturated Fat: ~6g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~3g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~40g
- Fiber: ~0g
- Protein: ~3g
- Cholesterol: ~25mg