Description
A delightful Hawaiian poke cake that is perfect for luau parties, featuring a moist cake soaked in tropical flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1/2 cup macadamia nuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup maraschino cherries, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven according to the cake mix instructions.
- Prepare the yellow cake mix as directed on the box, substituting coconut milk for water.
- Bake the cake in a 9×13 inch pan until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Once baked, let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then poke holes all over the top using a fork.
- Pour the crushed pineapple over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
- Spread the whipped topping over the cake evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded coconut and chopped macadamia nuts on top.
- Garnish with maraschino cherries before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat coconut milk.
- Let the cake chill in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving for best results.
- Feel free to add more tropical fruits as toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg