Red White and Blue Poke Cake
Looking for the perfect summer dessert for all those cookouts? Look no further than this delicious patriotic poke cake that is so easy to make.
This Red White and Blue Poke Cake is perfect for all those upcoming summer parties. White cake mix is colored red and blue and filled with white cheesecake pudding. Topped with whipped cream and festive sprinkles this is always a hit at the summer cookouts.
Beat the summer heat with a slice of Red White and Blue Poke Cake! This delightful dessert combines the flavors of a classic summer drink into a moist and flavorful cake that is sure to impress. Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ or simply craving a sweet treat, this recipe is a must-try for any dessert lover.
This patriotic poke cake starts with a base of white cake that is dyed red and blue, then poked and filled with creamy cheesecake pudding. The whole thing gets topped with creamy whipped topping and sprinkles! Perfect for your independence day celebration.
I top this with patriotic sprinkles but you could certainly top it with fresh fruit like blueberries and fresh strawberries.
Poke cakes are always a hit because they are easy to make, a delicious moist cake and they travel well making them perfect to take to cookouts or potlucks.
Poke cakes are exactly as they sound, a cake usually baked in a 9×13 baking dish that is then poked full of holes and then filled with a creamy pudding base or sometimes a jello base, this one has a cheesecake pudding filling. These cakes are then usually topped with a whipped cream or a chocolate topping and served. These are always popular and the first dessert to go off the dessert table.
This is a fabulous dessert for the summer months with all the 4th of July, Labor Day and Memorial Day celebrations.
Indulge in a decadent dessert that not only looks impressive but also tastes amazing. Dive into layers of moist cake, creamy filling, and vibrant red, white, and blue colors that will tempt your taste buds. Treat yourself to a slice of heaven with this irresistible poke cake!
This really is the best poke cake recipe ever and such an incredibly easy cake.
You will love taking this amazing easy poke cake to all your get togethers and everyone will love you for bringing it, it is always a hit!
I promise your whole family will love this Red White and Blue Poke Cake.
You will want to make this delicious cake again and again! We do!
You will love this recipe because it is
- Easy and fast.
- Family friendly.
- Crowd pleaser.
- Full of flavor.
- Perfect dessert.
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Easy cake recipe.
- Great for all patriotic holidays.
Gather your ingredients.
Mix everything up into a batter and dye.
Pour the batter into the pan and swirl.
Mix up the pudding.
Bake the cake. Poke the cake and fill the holes with the pudding.
Frost, sprinkle and serve!
Can I use any cake mix?
Yes, any light cake mix will work, white cake mix, yellow cake mix, lemon cake mix or french vanilla cake mix.
Can I freeze this fourth of July poke cake?
You can! This cake actually freezes well. Just assemble it as directed and cover tightly with plastic wrap and foil. Freeze for up to 3 months. Just thaw completely and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
Ingredients used for this 4th of July Cake
- Box of white cake mix- Any brand boxed cake mix will do, you can also use yellow cake mix if you prefer.
- The ingredients the cake mix calls for (water, vegetable oil, eggs)
- Red and blue food coloring- I like to use gel food coloring for this so I get really vibrant colors.
- Cheesecake flavored instant pudding- I love the flavor of the cheesecake pudding but you could also use white chocolate instant pudding. I would not use vanilla pudding as it has a more yellow color.
- Milk- To make the instant pudding with, use your favorite milk.
- Whipped topping- I just use a tub of cool whip but you can make your own whipped cream if you prefer.
- Red, white, blue sprinkles- For the top of the cake. Around this time of year you can find red white and blue sprinkles in the grocery store. You can also buy them from Amazon like the ones I used here RED WHITE AND BLUE SPRINKLES.
How to make Red White and Blue Poke Cake
FULL RECIPE BELOW
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
- Grease a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl combine cake mix with the water, eggs and oil your box mix calls for.
4.Separate the cake batter into 2 bowls.
5. Dye one bowl of batter blue and the other red in a separate bowl.
6. Place spoonfuls of the batter in the cake pan alternating colors.
7. Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8. Set aside to let the cake cool.
9. Meanwhile whisk together the instant pudding and milk until smooth.
10. Using a large straw or end of a wooden spoon poke holes all over the cake.
11. I like to fill a ziploc bag with the pudding, cut off a small corner and pipe the pudding to the holes in the cake but you can just spoon it into the holes.
12. Cover and set in the fridge for 4 hours.
13. When ready to serve top with the whipped topping and sprinkles.
14. Slice and serve this easy dessert!
Red White and Blue Poke Cake
Yield: 12Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 25 minutesChill Time: 4 hoursTotal Time: 4 hours 40 minutesThis Red White Blue Poke Cake is perfect for all those upcoming summer parties. White cake mix is colored red and blue and filled with white cheesecake pudding. Topped with whipped cream and festive sprinkles this is always a hit at the summer cookouts.
Ingredients
- ● 1 box (15.25) ounce white cake mix plus the ingredients the box calls for (water, oil, eggs)
- ● Red and blue food coloring
- ● 3.4 ounce box cheesecake flavored instant pudding
- ● 2 cups milk
- ● 8 ounce container whipped topping
- ● Red, white, blue sprinkles
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
2. Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
3. In a large mixing bowl combine the cake mix with the water, eggs and oil your box mix calls for.
4. Separate the cake batter into 2 bowls.
5. Dye one bowl of batter blue and the other red.
6. Place spoonfuls of the batter in the cake pan alternating colors.
7. Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8. Set aside to cool.
9. Meanwhile whisk together the instant pudding and milk until smooth.
10. Using a large straw or end of a spoon poke holes all over the cake.
11. I like to fill a ziploc bag with the pudding, cut off a small corner and pipe the pudding to the holes in the cake but you can just spoon it into the holes.
12. Cover and set in the fridge for 4 hours.
13. When ready to serve top with the whipped topping and sprinkles.
14. Slice and serve!Notes
● Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
● You can freeze this cake for up to 3 months.
● You can use a yellow cake mix if you prefer but you may need to use more food coloring to color you desire.
● You can use white chocolate pudding as well.Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 142Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 113mgCarbohydrates: 14gFiber: 0gSugar: 11gProtein: 3g
The red, white, and blue poke cake is a must-try dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth and impress anyone who takes a bite. With its vibrant colors and delicious layers, this cake is a true showstopper. So go ahead, treat yourself to a slice of heaven and share the joy with your loved ones. Happy baking!
