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Peeps Easter Poke Cake

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Easter is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a delicious and festive dessert? If you’re looking for a fun and colorful treat to serve at your Easter gathering, then the Peeps Easter Poke Cake is the perfect choice. This delightful cake is not only a feast for the eyes, but it also tastes absolutely delicious.

Peeps Easter Poke Cake


The Peeps Easter Poke Cake is a moist and fluffy white cake that is infused with a sweet pudding mixture. The cake is then topped with a layer of frosting and adorned with colorful Peeps marshmallow bunnies and chicks, pastel M&Ms, and sprinkles, making it a visually stunning and eye-catching dessert that will surely impress your guests.


Whether you’re hosting a large Easter gathering or simply want to indulge in a festive treat at home, the Peeps Easter Poke Cake is a must-have for the holiday. With its vibrant colors and irresistible flavors, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone at your Easter celebration. 

Peeps Easter Poke Cake

Why You’ll Love This Easter Poke Cake Recipe

  • You’ll love this Easter Poke Cake recipe for its delicious combination of flavors and simple yet impressive presentation.
  • The cake itself is moist and fluffy, thanks to the addition of a creamy pudding filling that seeps into the holes poked throughout the cake. 
  • The vibrant pastel colors of the pudding on top of the cake make it a festive addition to any Easter celebration.
  • The recipe is easy to follow and perfect for getting the kids involved in the kitchen, as they will love helping to create the colorful pattern on top of the cake.

Whether you’re hosting a big Easter gathering or simply looking for a fun and delicious dessert to enjoy with your family, this Easter Poke Cake is sure to be a hit. 

Peeps Easter Poke Cake

Easter Peeps Poke Cake Ingredients

  • White Cake Mix
  • Cheesecake Instant Pudding Mix
  • Milk
  • Cool Whip
  • Powdered Sugar
  • Gel food coloring
  • Green sprinkles
  • Peeps Marshmallows
  • Easter Peanut M&Ms

For a detailed list of ingredients and instructions, see our printable recipe card below.

How to Make Easter Poke Cake

Step 1: Prepare the white cake mix, according to package directions.

Step 2: Once the cake has cooled, use a large straw, or the thin end of a wooden spoon to poke holes throughout the cake.

Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together one package of the cheesecake pudding mix with 2 cups of milk. Whisk in 6-7 drops of pink food coloring, adding more if necessary, to get your desired shade of pink.

Step 4: Quickly pour the pudding mixture into the holes you poked in your cake, and smooth out over the top of the cake.

Step 5: Move the cake to the refrigerator to chill for 2-4 hours, so the pudding can set.

Step 6: To make the frosting, in a large mixing bowl whisk together one package of cheesecake pudding, powdered sugar, and ¾ cup of milk, until smooth.

Step 7: Fold in cool whip, stirring until everything is well combined.

Step 8: Add 4-5 drops of green food coloring, and stir until combined and there are no more white streaks. Add more food coloring, if needed, to get to your desired shade of green.

Step 9: Frost the top of the cake, and then top with green sprinkles, Peeps marshmallows, and Easter pastel M&Ms.

FAQs

What is the role of pudding in making an Easter poke cake?

A: Pudding plays a crucial role in an Easter poke cake by adding flavor, moisture, and a colorful element to the dessert. The pudding is poured over the cake and seeps into the holes, adding a delicious and decorative touch.

Can I use food coloring to enhance the Easter theme of the cake?

Yes, you can use food coloring to enhance the Easter theme of the cake by coloring the pudding and frosting in festive pastel shades, creating a vibrant and visually appealing dessert for Easter celebrations. We always use gel food coloring, and opted to do pink and green, but you can do any Easter colors you prefer.

More Easter Recipes

Our Easter Dirt Cake is another fun and festive Easter Dessert featuring PEEPS!

This Cadbury Creme Egg Cheesecake is a delicious no-bake dessert that will uplevel your celebrations, for sure!

Our Easter Dirt Cups are another fun and festive treat.

We are also obsessed with these adorable Carrot Patch Cupcakes.

For a fun sweet treat, try this Mini Egg Cheesecake Dip for cookies and fruit!

Yield: 12 servings

Peeps Easter Poke Cake

Peeps Easter Poke Cake

The Peeps Easter Poke Cake is a delightful and whimsical dessert perfect for celebrating the joyous holiday season.

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Additional Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 box white cake mix + ingredients from the back of the box (water, oil, eggs)
  • 2 (3 oz.) packages of cheesecake instant pudding, divided
  • 2 ¾ cups of milk, divided
  • 8 ounces cool whip
  • 3 tbsp. Powdered sugar
  • Pink and green gel food coloring
  • Green sprinkles
  • Peeps marshmallows for the top of the cake
  • Easter peanut M&Ms (or regular) for the top of the cake

Instructions

    1. Prepare the white cake mix, according to package directions.
    2. Once the cake has cooled, use a large straw, or the thin end of a wooden spoon to poke holes throughout the cake.
    3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together one package of the cheesecake pudding mix with 2 cups of milk. Whisk in 6-7 drops of pink food coloring, adding more if necessary, to get your desired shade of pink.
    4. Quickly pour the pudding mixture into the holes you poked in your cake, and smooth out over the top of the cake.
    5. Move the cake to the refrigerator to chill for 2-4 hours, so the pudding can set.
    6. To make the frosting, in a large mixing bowl whisk together one package of cheesecake pudding, powdered sugar, and ¾ cup of milk, until smooth.
    7. Fold in cool whip, stirring until everything is well combined.
    8. Add 4-5 drops of green food coloring, and stir until combined and there are no more white streaks. Add more food coloring, if needed, to get to your desired shade of green.\
    9. Frost the top of the cake, and then top with green sprinkles, Peeps marshmallows, and Easter pastel M&Ms.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

12

Serving Size:

1 piece

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 512

Nutrition information isn’t always accurate.

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