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Old Fashioned Hawaiian Poke Cake

Old Fashioned Hawaiian Poke Cake

This easy Hawaiian poke cake is a classic old fashioned dessert made with cake mix, banana pudding, pineapple, and coconut. It’s creamy, chilled, and perfect for potlucks or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box yellow cake mix, plus ingredients from the box (water, oil, eggs)
  • 2 3.4 ounce boxes of banana instant pudding mix
  • 3 cups milk
  • 20 ounce can crushed pineapple
  • 8 ounce cool whip
  • ½ cup cool whip
  • Maraschino cherries for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 9x13 inch baking dish. Prepare and bake the cake according to package directions.
  2. Let the cake cool, then poke holes all over the surface using a straw or wooden spoon handle.
  3. Whisk pudding mix and milk, then stir in 1 cup of crushed pineapple with juice. Pour over the cake and spread evenly.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours to set.
  5. Spread cool whip over the top and sprinkle with toasted coconut.
  6. Serve chilled and top with maraschino cherries.

Notes

  • Let cake cool completely before adding pudding
  • Chill well before serving for best texture
  • Store covered in the refrigerator
  • Great make-ahead dessert for gatherings and holidays

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