This Coconut Poke Cake is one of my favorite classic dessert recipes.
Easy Coconut Poke Cake Course: Dessert Prep Time: 10m Cook Time: 26m Total Time: 36m Servings (change # to adjust recipe measurements): 12 Author: Christina Hitchcock – 1 oz boxed White Cake mix 18, plus ingredients to make cake – 7 oz canned coconut milk – 1 oz container frozen whipped topping thawed, 8 – 8 oz sweetened flaked coconut 1) Prepare cake according to the package directions. 2) Bake in a 13×9 baking dish according to package directions. 3) Remove cake from the oven, and while still hot, poke holes all over the top using a fork. 4) Open the can of coconut milk and stir it so it is completely combined. 5) Pour 7 oz of the coconut milk over top of the hot cake. 6) Cool cake completely. 7) Spread whipped topping over the entire cake. 8) Top with flaked coconut. 9) Refrigerate for one hour before serving.
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Zoraya says
What kind of frozen whipped topping? Do you mean whip cream, can ready made kind? Can you please explain what you mean for frozen whipped topping. Thank you in advance.
Debbie G says
Coconut Milk or Cream of Coconut that is sweetened ?
Christina Hitchcock says
Coconut milk 🙂
Nancherrow says
Mmm…coconut is my very favorite, and coconut cake? Creamy, dreamy, delicious! Would love for you to share at Fridays Unfolded!
Alison
Nancherrow
Patti says
Pinned! Yum.
Emily Maldonado says
I’ve made this before and it is TO DIE FOR! Always a hit at potlucks, too! Yum.
Virginia says
You just brought back fond memories for me! My mother used to make this cake and it was so good. Have a great day.
Gentle Joy says
That sounds so moist and delicious….. thank you for sharing this. Gentle Joy
Blair @ The Seasoned Mom says
Christina, this looks amazing! I’m a big fan of poke cakes in general, and coconut is one of my favorite treats. Can’t wait to try this. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Cindy @ Hun... What's for Dinner? says
Mmmmm, this cake sounds fantastic and it is such an easy recipe. Thanks so much for sharing at Simple Supper Tuesday.