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Easy & Moist Coconut Cream Poke Cake

A moist slice of coconut poke cake topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes.
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You will love this easy coconut poke cake. It is incredibly moist, creamy, and packed with sweet coconut flavor. This simple recipe is perfect for potlucks or any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white cake mix
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 can (15 ounces) cream of coconut (like Coco Lopez)
  • 1 cup hot water
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
  • 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. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
  2. While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a fork to poke holes all over the top of the cake, about 1 inch apart. Make sure the holes go almost to the bottom of the pan.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, hot water, and coconut extract until fully combined. This is your sweet coconut soak.
  4. Slowly pour the coconut soak mixture evenly over the entire surface of the warm cake, allowing the liquid to seep into all the poked holes.
  5. Let the cake cool completely at room temperature, then cover the pan and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until the soak is fully absorbed.
  6. Once chilled, spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the top of the cake.
  7. Sprinkle the toasted flaked coconut over the whipped topping.
  8. Slice and serve this creamy coconut dessert immediately, or keep it chilled until ready to serve.

Notes

  • To toast the flaked coconut, spread it in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5 to 8 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  • For an extra tropical flavor, substitute half of the hot water in the soak with pineapple juice. This gives you a Hawaiian pineapple coconut cake flavor profile.
  • You can use a homemade white cake recipe if you prefer, but a mix keeps this recipe very simple and quick.

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