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Candy Corn Poke Cake 🎂🍬


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

• 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow or white cake mix (plus ingredients listed on box: eggs, oil, water)
• 1 can (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1 cup cold milk (dairy or plant-based)
• ½ cup heavy cream or whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
• 1 cup candy corn, chopped (plus extra for topping)
• Optional: ½ tsp orange food coloring (for marbled effect)


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. Prepare cake batter according to package directions. Pour into the pan and bake as directed (about 25–30 minutes). Let cool completely.
  3. Use the end of a wooden spoon or chopstick to poke holes all over the cooled cake.
  4. In a bowl, whisk instant pudding mix and cold milk. Beat 2 minutes until thickened. Fold in whipped cream and chopped candy corn (add food coloring if desired).
  5. Spread pudding mixture evenly over the cake, pressing gently so it seeps into the holes.
  6. Chill at least 2 hours (or overnight) to set.
  7. Before serving: Top with extra whole or chopped candy corn for a festive finish!

Perfect for:
• Halloween parties
• Fall potlucks
• Kids’ celebrations

💡 Make ahead: Assemble up to one day in advance—store covered in the fridge.

PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time : 15 mins , Cook Time : 30 mins , Total Time : 2 hrs 45 mins (includes chilling) , Servings : 12 slices , Calories : 280 , Net Carbs: 38g , Fats: 12g , Protein: 4g