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Boston Cream Poke Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

This Boston Cream Poke Cake is a delicious, crowd-pleasing dessert perfect for picnics, holiday mornings, and special occasions. It combines a moist yellow cake with a creamy vanilla pudding filling poked into the cake, and a rich chocolate glaze on top, creating a flavor reminiscent of the classic Boston Cream Pie.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 (18 ounce) box yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 eggs

For the Filling:

  • 2 (3½ ounce) boxes instant French vanilla pudding mix
  • 4 cups milk

For the Glaze:

  • 16 ounce tub chocolate frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat vigorously for 2 minutes until the batter is smooth and well blended.
  3. Bake Cake: Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan. Bake for 28-33 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few crumbs.
  4. Poke Holes in Cake: While the cake is still warm, use the round handle of a wooden spoon to gently poke holes all over the surface of the cake. This will allow the pudding filling to seep inside.
  5. Prepare Pudding Filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant French vanilla pudding mix and milk for about 2 minutes until smooth and pourable but not thin.
  6. Fill Cake: Pour the pudding evenly over the cake, using a spatula or spoon to gently press the pudding into the poked holes, ensuring it fills the cake.
  7. Chill Cake: Place the cake in the refrigerator and let it cool for about 30 minutes to set the pudding layer.
  8. Prepare Chocolate Glaze: Remove the foil from the chocolate frosting tub. Microwave the frosting for 10-15 seconds and stir well to achieve a pourable consistency that is not too hot.
  9. Frost Cake: Pour the warmed chocolate frosting over the chilled pudding layer and spread gently to cover the cake evenly.
  10. Serve: Refrigerate for additional 10-15 minutes if needed to set frosting before serving. Slice and enjoy your Boston Cream Poke Cake!

Notes

  • Use instant pudding mix for quick and easy preparation.
  • Ensure the cake is still warm when poking holes to allow the pudding to seep in perfectly.
  • Don’t overheat the frosting to avoid it becoming too runny.
  • Refrigerate after adding the pudding and after the frosting to help the layers set properly.
  • For best flavor, serve chilled but not ice-cold to enhance the creamy texture.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://cookinginspirations.com/boston-cream-poke-cake-recipe/