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    Home » Desserts » Coconut Cream Poke Cake

    Coconut Cream Poke Cake

    Nikki Lee Published:March 26, 2018 | Updated: April 6, 2022

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    Moist delicious white cake drenched in sweetened coconut milk,  topped with whipped topping and coconut flakes makes up this decadent Coconut Cream Poke Cake!Coconut Cream Poke Cake on a green plate

    I believe pokes cakes started getting popular in the 70's!  This may have been the decade I was born and maybe that is why I love poke cakes so much!

    You know, take an everyday boxed cake mix poke some holes in it and pour some deliciousness on top (I believe it all started with Jello)! Then just add to the gloriousness by putting on whipped topping! I mean that just really put me in a tizzy! In a really good way! Anyone else out there that cannot open this amazing cloud in a tub and not lick the top!  Yes I am confessing y'all! But I do at least use my fingers. I promise I don't use that part for the cake!

    Oh and then those coconut flakes on top! Little bites of amazingness!

    "They"  keep calling this type of cake vintage! Does that mean I am vintage also?? I know my kids may agree, but I am not so sure y'all!

    What you need for this Easy Coconut Cream Poke Cake

    • White Cake Mix and the ingredients listed on the box to make the cake
    • Coconut Milk
    • Sweetened Condensed Milk
    • Cool Whip
    • Coconut Flakes

    EASY STEPS TO MAKING A POKE VINTAGE COCONUT POKE CAKE

    STEP 1 .   Mix and bake cake in a 9 X 13 inch baking dish as directed on the box.  I usually use the whole egg version but the egg white is a little lighter and so good too!

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    Coconut Milk and Sweetened Condensed Milk in a bowl

    STEP 2.     Mix the sweetened condensed milk and coconut milk together in a bowl.

    STEP 3.    Once cake comes out, while warm poke holes in the top of the cake with the top of wooden spoon or use a fork. Then pour the coconut mixture on cake and let it cool completely.

    White Cake with Holes poked on top to pour coconut milk mixture on

    STEP 4.    Top with Cool Whip and then sprinkle with coconut. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve. Store in refrigerator.

    Slice of Easy Coconut Cream Poke Cake on a green plate with a fork

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     Coconut Cream Poke Cake

    Coconut Cream Poke Cake on a green plate

    Coconut Cream Poke Cake

    Author: Nikki Lee - Soulfully Made
    4.67 from 3 votes
    Moist delicious white cake drenched in sweetened coconut milk,  topped with whipped topping and coconut flakes makes up this decadent Coconut Cream Poke Cake!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course Desserts
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12
    Calories 430 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 box white cake mix and ingredients, (Mine used 3 Eggs, 1 cup water, ¼ cup water)
    • 15 ounce can coconut milk
    • 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
    • 16 ounces whipped topping
    • 7 ounces coconut flakes

    Instructions
     

    • Mix and bake cake mix according to directions on the box.
    • In a bowl or large measuring cup mix coconut milk and sweetened condensed milk. 
    • Once done, take cake out of oven and while warm poke holes with the end of a wooden measuring spoon or fork. Pour on coconut milk mixture. Let cool completely.
    • Spread on whipped topping and the sprinkle coconut flakes on top.
    • Refrigerate for 2 hours and serve.

    ✱ Nikki's Tips

    Store in the refrigerator.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 1 serving Calories: 430 kcal Carbohydrates: 46 g Protein: 6 g Fat: 26 g Saturated Fat: 22 g Polyunsaturated Fat: 3 g Cholesterol: 15 mg Sodium: 138 mg Fiber: 2 g Sugar: 41 g
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    Comments

    1. Kelly says

      April 18, 2019 at 8:12 pm

      I make that cake only I use a can of Cream of Coconut instead of coconut milk! Yummy!

      Reply
    2. Jan Thomas says

      November 04, 2018 at 3:32 pm

      Let's face it, coconut gets overlooked too much! Thanks for sharing at our Cupcake & cake party for Celebrate365 Blog Party!

      Reply
      • Nikki - Soulfully Made says

        November 04, 2018 at 3:57 pm

        Yes! I love it though! This cake is so moist and makes me feel a little like I am on a tropical vacation!

        Reply
    3. Candace says

      April 01, 2018 at 6:28 pm

      5 stars
      Made this yummy cake for Easter and it was a huge success! Thanks for sharing another delicious recipe Nikki !

      Reply
      • [email protected] says

        April 01, 2018 at 7:10 pm

        Thank you so much Candace! I am so thrilled you all enjoyed it! We has one today too and David may have enjoyed a big helping and took some home for later lol! Happy Easter to you and the family! Love, Nikki

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    4. Beth says

      March 26, 2018 at 10:40 am

      Do you have the calories, fat, sugar, etc. on this? Love your recipes, but I am tracking nutrients and macros.

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      • [email protected] says

        March 26, 2018 at 8:55 pm

        Beth I do not track those at this time. I know there are apps that will give you that information. I look at this as a special treat for the holiday 😉 And I make sure I share it with plenty of my friends! LOL

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