Boston Cream Poke Cake is an easy and indulgent dessert made with yellow cake, creamy vanilla pudding, and rich chocolate frosting. It’s a simplified twist on the classic Boston Cream Pie with layers of flavor in every bite.
Author:Katie
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 45 minutes (including chilling)
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 box yellow cake mix (plus ingredients listed on box: usually eggs, oil, and water)
2 packages (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
4 cups cold milk (for the pudding)
1 container (16 oz) chocolate frosting
Instructions
Preheat oven to the temperature indicated on the cake mix box (typically 350°F/175°C).
Prepare the yellow cake mix according to package instructions. Pour into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
Using the handle of a wooden spoon or a large straw, poke holes all over the top of the cake.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mixes and cold milk until smooth. Pour the pudding over the cake, ensuring it seeps into all the holes. Spread evenly.
Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to allow the pudding to set.
Once chilled, evenly spread chocolate frosting over the top of the cake.
Chill for an additional 30 minutes before serving for best flavor and texture.
Notes
Use a spoon to gently press pudding into the holes if needed.
Microwave the frosting for a few seconds to make it easier to spread.
This cake is best served cold and can be made a day in advance.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.