Right now I’m having a hard time thinking of any other dessert that I’ve made, like, ever, that even comes close to the overwhelming deliciousness of these poke cakes.
Every bite is soaked with sweet, creamy flavor that makes the cake unbelievably tender. Which is why as soon as this touched my lips I declared the good news: BEST DESSERT EVER.
1. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Poke Cake
Peanut butter and chocolate. Do I even need to go on? Because that combo pretty much speaks straight into my soul. This cake is just over-the-top yummy.
It all starts with a chocolate cake layer at the bottom. Then, for extra flavor and moisture, it gets a drizzle of a vanilla and peanut butter pudding mixture.
But wait, there’s more. It’s finished with a light and airy peanut butter whipped cream and a ton of crushed peanut butter cups. Are you drooling yet? Because I definitely am.
2. Lemon Poke Cake
Here’s a fantastic dessert for Mother’s Day, a special occasion, or even a zippy Easter treat. This lemon poke cake is wonderfully light, airy, and so refreshing.
Seriously, one slice is never enough. It has that perfect balance of tart, zesty, and sweet that just works.
Top it with some whipped cream and fresh berries, and you get a wonderful explosion of tastes and textures. This is the absolute epitome of summer desserts!
3. Eggnog Poke Cake
The holidays are always just around the corner, and this eggnog poke cake is just ideal. A simple boxed cake mix gets a totally festive makeover with some eggnog pudding and pumpkin pie spice.
It gets all dolled up with whipped cream and Nilla Wafers, making this cake an absolute must-have for your holiday parties. It’s so good!
4. Pina Colada Poke Cake
If you like pina coladas, you just have to try this poke cake. That song gets stuck in my head for at least a day every time I hear it! And honestly, this cake does the same thing to me.
It’s bursting with coconut and pineapple flavors, making it wildly refreshing and totally decadent all at once.
5. Grasshopper Poke Cake
Here it is, the cake version of that famous mint cocktail. And let me tell you, it is fantastic. It’s a chocolate mint cake that’s poked and then soaked in a rich chocolate pudding.
That’s already packed with flavor, right? But you can take it to the next level with hot fudge, mint-flavored whipped cream, and chocolate chips.
A few drops of green food coloring would make this a total win for a St. Patrick’s Day dessert!
6. Oreo Cookie Pudding Poke Cake
If you are a fan of anything cookies and cream, you absolutely need to make this stunning Oreo poke cake. As you might guess, there are a ton of Oreos in this thing.
They’re crushed into the Cool Whip topping, and then you get even more chopped cookies sprinkled over the top. I seriously cannot get enough of this cake. It’s just so darn good!
7. S’mores Poke Cake
Do you love camping but are too busy to get away? This s’mores cake is here to bring back those amazing campfire memories right at home.
We’ve got a moist chocolate cake bathed in marshmallow crema. Then it’s topped with crushed graham crackers, hot fudge, and toasted marshmallows. This cake is both unbelievably nostalgic and delicious.
8. Champagne Poke Cake with Champagne Glitter Glaze
Looking for something fancy for Mother’s Day? Give this Champagne cake a try! It’s so pretty and glittery, it’s true. But more importantly, it will blow your tastebuds away.
The sponge is super soft and fluffy, and that glaze on top is just to die for. It’s a mix of melted butter, sugar, Champagne, and edible glitter, which makes it ideal for special occasions!
Add some chocolate-covered strawberries on top for a truly elegant finish.
9. Strawberry Shortcake Poke Cake
There is just nothing like a strawberry poke cake. The strawberry jello gives a ton of flavor to a vanilla cake, plus so much color.
But this is a strawberry shortcake version, so you know it’s extra special. You could top the strawberry jello cake with Cool Whip and be done, but that Golden Oreo crunch topping is way too good to skip!
10. Tres Leches Poke Cake (3 Milk Poke Cake)
Tres leches is one of those classic Spanish desserts you’ll make again and again. With layers of evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream, the vanilla cake becomes impossibly rich and creamy.
Oh my gosh, it is so delicious. It’s moist without being soggy, and just loaded with milky goodness. It’s impossible to mess this one up, so if you’re a baking beginner, this recipe is a great place to start.
11. Pumpkin Spice Poke Cake
This is a scrumptious pumpkin and spice-flavored cake with a cream cheese frosting on top. What really makes this cake stand out from other pumpkin cakes is that it’s poked and drizzled with sweetened condensed milk.
Not only does this make the cake extra sweet, but the milk also helps it stay outrageously moist for days.
12. Tiramisu Poke Cake
As delicious as a traditional tiramisu is, it can also be a little complicated to put together. That’s where this chocolate poke cake recipe comes in.
It’s absolutely loaded with coffee flavor, but it’s still super sweet and creamy. Yes, please.
13. Triple Coconut Poke Cake
If you’re craving refreshing, tropical flavors, this cake is the perfect fit. You’ll poke holes in a super light and airy coconut cake that has been infused with coconut cream.
Then it gets topped with coconut whipped cream and toasted coconut. You get coconut in every single bite, and it is amazing! I call this tropical paradise.
14. Boston Cream Poke Cake
There is something really special about the combination of custard and chocolate, and this cake proves it. With a combo of yellow cake, vanilla pudding, and a chocolate glaze, this cake tastes exactly like my favorite Boston cream pie!
It’s so good that it’s hard to stop at just one slice. Good thing one batch of this recipe can feed a crowd.
15. Blueberry Cheesecake Poke Cake
What’s even better than vanilla cake with blueberries? How about this blueberry and cheesecake poke cake extravaganza?! You’ll make the cake from scratch and use an instant cheesecake pudding mix for the filling.
Poke holes over the baked cake, spread the cheesecake on top, and pop it in the fridge to chill. Finally, you’ll finish it with a tangy cream cheese topping and a vibrant blueberry sauce. Yum!
16. Peppermint Poke Cake
Have you ever tried mixing red velvet and peppermint? It might be an unlikely mash-up, but it works like a charm. First off, the color combination is just delicious.
That pink frosting on the red cake is just way too pretty. The flavor is also totally on point. It’s sweet and chocolatey with hints of minty goodness.
17. Raspberry Lemon Jell-O Poke Cake
Raspberries and lemon together create such a bright and refreshing explosion of flavors! This cake is just as delicious as it is pretty. The cake gets soaked with raspberry jello for flavor and moisture.
Then it’s covered with a thick layer of lemon pudding and garnished with fresh raspberries on top. This is truly what summer dessert dreams are made of.
18. Black Forest Poke Cake
A black forest cake combines all the goodness of a fudgy chocolate cake, cherry pie filling, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings.
Traditionally, this dessert calls for several components and a bit of effort. This simplified poke cake is so much easier to make but still has all the same incredible flavors and textures.
19. Margarita Poke Cake
If a margarita is your cocktail of choice, then this poke cake is about to be your newest favorite.
Flavored with lemon, lime, and just a little bit of booze, this cake is wonderfully light and refreshing with a little kick. Top it with fresh fruit, grab your fork, and dig right in!
20. Skinny Funfetti Poke Cake
This Funfetti cake is perfect for when you’re on a diet but just have to satisfy a craving. Your sweet tooth will definitely be impressed with how delectable this cake is.
The cake itself is super moist and packed with flavor, while the whipped cream topping and sprinkles provide a lovely contrast in flavor and texture. It’s so good, it’s surprising it isn’t too high in calories.
21. Halloween Poke Cake
If you’re reading this around October, you are in luck! This poke cake is the ULTIMATE Halloween dessert. I mean, just look at it! The creepy-looking frosting will fit right in at any Halloween party.
The cake is flavored with orange Jell-O and topped with a decadent cream cheese frosting that has a black and orange tinge. It’s a sweet treat that no ghost or ghoul can resist.
22. Unicorn Poke Cake
This unicorn poke cake is the most charming cake any kid would love to have for their birthday! Just look at that wonderful color combination.
You don’t need to be an artist to pull this one off; it’s just a simple blend of food colorings. You could even turn this into a fun 4th of July dessert by using red, white, and blue colors!
