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Easy Coconut Cream Poke Cake Recipe

A close-up slice of moist coconut poke cake topped with thick white frosting and toasted coconut flakes.
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Make this moist and creamy coconut poke cake using simple ingredients like white cake mix. It is a tropical delight perfect for potlucks or summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white cake mix
  • Ingredients required by cake mix box (usually eggs, oil, water)
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 can (15 ounces) cream of coconut (not coconut milk)
  • 1 cup shredded coconut, sweetened
  • 1 container (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1/2 cup toasted shredded coconut for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the white cake according to the package directions for a 9×13 inch pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  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 of the cake, about 1 inch apart.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk and the cream of coconut until fully combined. This creates your sweet soaking liquid.
  4. Slowly pour the coconut milk mixture evenly over the entire surface of the warm cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
  5. Sprinkle the 1 cup of shredded coconut evenly over the top of the cake while it is still warm so it adheres.
  6. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cake to fully absorb the liquid and become moist.
  7. Before serving, spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the top of the chilled cake.
  8. Garnish the top with the 1/2 cup of toasted shredded coconut. Slice and serve this creamy coconut dessert cold.

Notes

  • For the best texture, use cream of coconut, which is thick and sweet, rather than thin coconut milk.
  • To toast the coconut garnish, spread it on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 5-8 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  • If you prefer a pineapple flavor, you can substitute half of the cream of coconut mixture with crushed pineapple (drained well).

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