Description
Classic Irish-inspired shamrock delight poke cake marries rich chocolate and mint flavors in a festive dessert. Green frosting and chocolate chips complete this St. Patrick’s Day treat for delightful celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box white cake mix
- 3 eggs
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 cup (240 ml) water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 box (3.4 oz / 96 g) instant pistachio or vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups (480 ml) cold milk
- 1 container (8 oz / 226 g) whipped topping (Cool Whip)
- Green food coloring
- Green sprinkles
- Shamrock sprinkles
- Crushed pistachios
Instructions
- Cake Preparation: Blend white cake mix following package instructions, adding vanilla essence for enhanced flavor. Pour batter into a greased rectangular pan and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F until golden and springy.
- Puncturing Surface: Once baked, allow cake to cool briefly. Create a systematic grid of holes using a wooden spoon handle or straw, spacing punctures approximately one inch apart across the entire surface.
- Pudding Infusion: Whisk pudding powder with milk until smooth, incorporating green food coloring for vibrant appearance. Gently pour the emerald-tinted mixture over the cake, ensuring each hole becomes thoroughly saturated with the creamy liquid.
- Chilling and Setting: Refrigerate the cake for an hour, allowing the pudding to penetrate and solidify within the cake’s delicate crumb structure.
- Topping Application: Generously spread whipped topping across the cake’s surface, creating a smooth, even layer that completely covers the green-infused base.
- Decorative Finish: Embellish the cake with green sprinkles, crushed pistachios, or shamrock-themed decorations to add visual appeal and textural contrast.
- Serving: Slice and serve the chilled dessert, revealing the intricate layers of flavor and texture within this festive treat.
Notes
- Precision Perforation: Create uniform holes by using a wooden spoon handle or straw with consistent spacing to ensure even pudding distribution throughout the cake.
- Vibrant Color Control: Gradually add green food coloring, mixing thoroughly to achieve a consistent emerald shade without creating uneven or patchy coloration.
- Cooling Mastery: Allow the cake to cool completely before poking holes to prevent structural breakdown and ensure the cake maintains its integrity when absorbing the pudding.
- Texture Enhancement: For a richer experience, consider using instant pudding mix with whole milk or adding a touch of vanilla extract to intensify the flavor profile and create a more luxurious dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg