Boston Cream Poke Cake

Boston Cream Poke Cake

from theblogette.com
Dessert
105 min
16 servings

Boston Cream Poke Cake is so simple to whip up. With cake, pudding, and chocolate frosting, this cake is a quick spin on Boston Cream Pie!

Ingredients

  • 1 boxyellow box cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box to prepare cake mix)
  • 2boxes vanilla pudding (plus ingredients to prepare pudding)
  • 1tub chocolate frosting

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare yellow cake mix according to the package instructions for a 9x13 pan.

  2. 2

    Allow the cake to fully cool once it has finished baking.

  3. 3

    Use a straw or the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes throughout the cake.

  4. 4

    Prepare the 2 boxes of vanilla pudding according to package instructions.

  5. 5

    Spoon the pudding over the top of the cake, gently pressing down so the pudding gets into all the nooks.

  6. 6

    Cover and refrigerate the cake for 30 minutes, or overnight to allow the pudding to soak into the cake holes.

  7. 7

    Warm the chocolate frosting for 30-60 seconds in the microwave until smooth and easily spreadable.

  8. 8

    Pour the chocolate frosting over the top of the pudding and use a spatula or frosting knife to spread evenly.

  9. 9

    Refrigerate the cake for at least another 30 minutes for the chocolate layer to set, or until ready to serve.

  10. 10

    Slice in squares to serve and enjoy!