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Slice of eggnog poke cake on a plate.

Eggnog Poke Cake

Author: Mandy
This Eggnog Poke Cake combines the warm, creamy flavors of eggnog in a moist, festive cake. Made with a doctored vanilla cake mix, eggnog-spiked pudding, and topped with Cool Whip, this dessert is a holiday favorite.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 15 Slices
Calories 307 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (15.25 ounce) box of vanilla cake mix
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 4 cups eggnog divided
  • ⅓ cup canola or vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 (3.4 ounce) boxes of instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 (8 ounce) tub of whipped topping thawed

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9x13 inch cake pan with baking spray and set aside.
  • Whisk together the cake mix, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large mixing bowl until well combined. Add 1 cup of eggnog, oil, and eggs and beat until well combined.
  • Pour the cake batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool to room temperature.
  • Poke rows of holes over the surface of the cake 1 inch apart using the rounded handle of a wooden spoon.
  • Whisk the remaining 3 cups of eggnog and vanilla pudding in a large bowl until it thickens.
  • Pour the pudding over the cake and spread it into an even layer, pressing it down into the holes as you go.
  • Top the cake with whipped topping and refrigerate for at least two hours to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Garnish with a sprinkling of cinnamon or ground nutmeg before serving if desired.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days. Be sure to wrap the pan tightly with plastic wrap before storing, or transfer the leftovers to an airtight container.
  • This cake should not be frozen. The texture of the pudding will change once thawed and make the cake soggy.

Nutrition

Calories: 307kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 77mgSodium: 343mgPotassium: 162mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 205IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 169mgIron: 1mg

Disclaimer: Nutrition information is estimated based on automated calculations and should be considered as an approximation. These estimates are provided as a courtesy. Please use your own brand's nutritional values to verify accuracy.

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