{"id":2541,"date":"2026-10-04T20:19:10","date_gmt":"2026-10-04T20:19:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/article1.el-maarifa.com\/?p=2541"},"modified":"2026-10-04T20:19:11","modified_gmt":"2026-10-04T20:19:11","slug":"the-ultimate-banana-pudding-poke-cake-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/article1.el-maarifa.com\/?p=2541","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Banana Pudding Poke Cake Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf4c<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are searching for a crowd-pleasing, ultra-moist dessert that combines classic Southern banana pudding with a fluffy cake, this <strong>Banana Pudding Poke Cake<\/strong> is the answer! Made using a soft yellow cake base, filled with creamy banana pudding, topped with whipped topping, and finished with crunchy crushed Nilla Wafers, this dessert delivers pure comfort in every slice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcca Recipe Overview &amp; Quick Specs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Preparation Time<\/th><th>Baking Time<\/th><th>Chilling Time<\/th><th>Total Time<\/th><th>Yield \/ Servings<\/th><\/tr><tr><td><strong>15 minutes<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>25\u201330 minutes<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>2\u20133 hours<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>3 hours 45 mins<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>12 to 15 slices<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\uded2 Ingredients Breakdown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Cake Base:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>1 Box (15.25 oz):<\/strong> Betty Crocker Super Moist Yellow Cake Mix<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ingredients for cake:<\/strong> Eggs, vegetable oil, and water (as directed on the cake box mix)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 cup:<\/strong> Whole milk (for extra richness)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Creamy Filling &amp; Topping:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>2 Boxes (3.4 oz each):<\/strong> Jell-O Instant Banana Cream Pudding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>4 cups:<\/strong> Cold whole milk (to whisk with the pudding mix)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 Tub (8 oz):<\/strong> Cool Whip Whipped Topping, thawed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 Box:<\/strong> Nilla Wafers (partially crushed for topping)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Optional:<\/strong> Fresh sliced bananas (for garnishing between layers or on top)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\udd63 Step-by-Step Preparation Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Bake the Yellow Cake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preheat your oven to <strong>350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C)<\/strong> and lightly grease a standard 9&#215;13-inch baking pan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare the Betty Crocker Yellow Cake Mix according to the package instructions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for <strong>25 to 30 minutes<\/strong>, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10\u201315 minutes until it is warm but not hot.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Poke the Cake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Using the round wooden handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes across the entire surface of the warm cake at 1-inch intervals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure the holes are wide enough for the pudding mixture to flow into the cake base.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Prepare &amp; Pour the Banana Pudding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the 2 packages of Jell-O Instant Banana Cream Pudding and 4 cups of cold milk for about 2 minutes until smooth and slightly thickened.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Immediately pour the liquid pudding mixture over the poked cake before it sets completely.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spread the pudding using a spatula, gently pressing it down into the poked holes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Chill, Frost &amp; Decorate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Place the cake in the refrigerator for at least <strong>2 to 3 hours<\/strong> to allow the pudding to set completely and saturate the cake.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spread the thawed Cool Whip uniformly over the chilled pudding layer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crumb-crush a generous hand of Nilla Wafers and sprinkle them across the top of the Cool Whip layer right before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcc8 Nutritional Information (Per Slice)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Nutrient<\/th><th>Amount Per Serving<\/th><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Calories<\/strong><\/td><td>310 kcal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total Fat<\/strong><\/td><td>12g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Saturated Fat<\/strong><\/td><td>5g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sodium<\/strong><\/td><td>380mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total Carbohydrates<\/strong><\/td><td>46g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Dietary Fiber<\/strong><\/td><td>1g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sugars<\/strong><\/td><td>29g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Protein<\/strong><\/td><td>5g<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udca1 Expert Pro Tips for Success<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Adding Fresh Bananas:<\/strong> If you love fresh fruit texture, place a layer of sliced fresh bananas over the poked cake before pouring the pudding layer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Crunchy Topping:<\/strong> Add the crushed Nilla Wafers right before serving so they maintain their satisfying crunch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Storage:<\/strong> Cover the baking pan tightly with foil or plastic wrap and keep stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\ud83c\udf4c If you are searching for a crowd-pleasing, ultra-moist dessert that combines classic Southern banana pudding with a fluffy cake, this Banana Pudding Poke Cake is the answer! 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