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Easy Hawaiian Pineapple Coconut Poke Cake

A close-up of a moist slice of coconut poke cake topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut flakes.
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Create a moist, tropical dessert perfect for summer gatherings or potlucks with this easy recipe for Hawaiian Pineapple Coconut Poke Cake. It uses simple ingredients for a creamy, flavorful result.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white cake mix (plus ingredients required on box)
  • 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup cream of coconut (like Coco Lopez)
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut, toasted

Instructions

  1. Prepare the white cake mix according to package directions using a 9×13 inch baking pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
  2. While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a large fork to poke holes all over the surface of the cake, about 1 inch apart.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the undrained crushed pineapple, sweetened condensed milk, cream of coconut, and coconut extract until well combined. This is your soak mixture.
  4. Slowly pour the soak mixture evenly over the warm cake, allowing it to seep into all the holes. Let the cake cool completely at room temperature, then cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, so the soak fully absorbs.
  5. When ready to serve, prepare the topping. In a large bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  6. Spread the whipped cream topping evenly over the chilled cake.
  7. Sprinkle the toasted flaked coconut over the whipped cream topping.
  8. Slice and serve this moist coconut dessert cold.

Notes

  • To toast the coconut, spread the flakes on a dry baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5 to 8 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  • For an extra tropical flavor, you can substitute the heavy whipping cream with a stabilized whipped topping or a cream cheese frosting.
  • This cake is a great potluck dessert because it travels well when kept chilled.

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