Name: Pina Colada Poke Cake
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: American

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February 8, 2026

Tropical Pina Colada Poke Cake is sheer indulgence. Pineapple, coconut and even a little rum add to this moist, tender cake. Inspired by your favorite tropical cocktail. Pina Colada Poke Cake is pure summer in cake form. It is a cocktail-inspired easy dessert recipe that is sure to be a hit. This cake is perfect for your family barbecue, cookouts, or family reunions.

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Pina Colada Poke Cake

Cake Mix Recipes Verified

Ingredients

WarningMilk and 6 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Bake cake according to package instructions. Allow to partially cool on a wire rack.

Poke holes with a fork or wooden skewer.

Mix together pudding mix with 1 cup Pina Colada drink mix and 1/3 cup rum. Pour over the cake and spread around to make sure it gets in the holes.

Mix together one container whipped topping with 1/4 cup Pina Colada mix and 2 tablespoons rum. Spread this over the top of the cake and then top with remaining whipped cream.

Refrigerate for at least an hour prior to serving. Garnish with fresh pineapples.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Rum Intensity Control 🥃
Use dark rum for deeper flavor complexity, but add it gradually to prevent overpowering the delicate cake's taste profile.
Poke Technique Perfection 🍴
Use the handle of a wooden spoon to create uniform, evenly-spaced holes in the cake, ensuring consistent pudding absorption throughout.
Fresh Pineapple Prep 🍍
Pat fresh pineapple chunks completely dry before garnishing to prevent excess moisture from making the cake soggy.
Coconut Cream Enhancement 🥥
Toast shredded coconut before garnishing to elevate the cake's nutty undertones and add textural contrast.
Chilling Strategy ❄️
Allow the cake to rest in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to let flavors fully meld and develop.