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Irresistible Easy Hawaiian Pineapple Coconut Poke Cake

A generous slice of moist coconut poke cake topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes.
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You will love this tropical dessert! This easy Hawaiian Pineapple Coconut Poke Cake is moist, flavorful, and perfect for your next gathering or summer potluck. It uses simple ingredients to create a creamy, sweet treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white cake mix (plus ingredients listed on box)
  • 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 can (15 ounces) cream of coconut (like Coco Lopez)
  • 1 cup cold milk
  • 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla or coconut pudding mix
  • 1 container (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut, toasted

Instructions

  1. Prepare the white cake according to the package directions using a 9×13 inch baking pan. Let the cake cool slightly after removing it from the oven.
  2. While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a fork to poke holes all over the top surface, about 1 inch apart.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the undrained crushed pineapple, sweetened condensed milk, and cream of coconut until fully combined. This creates your rich soak.
  4. Pour the coconut mixture evenly over the warm cake, allowing the liquid to soak into the holes. Let the cake cool completely at room temperature, then cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cold milk and instant pudding mix until the mixture thickens, about 2 minutes. Spread this pudding mixture evenly over the chilled cake.
  6. Spread the thawed whipped topping over the pudding layer.
  7. Sprinkle the toasted flaked coconut over the whipped topping.
  8. Chill the cake for another 30 minutes before slicing and serving this creamy coconut cake recipe.

Notes

  • To toast the coconut, spread the flakes on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees F for 5 to 8 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  • For an extra tropical flavor, you can substitute some of the milk in the pudding layer with coconut milk.
  • This cake is a fantastic make-ahead dessert for potlucks.

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