10 Delicious Poke Cake Recipes for Every Celebration

This poke cake roundup is full of sweet and festive ideas for every holiday and special occasion. From classic chocolate and coconut cream to fruity strawberry and cranberry options, these cakes are fun, flavorful, and easy to make. Perfect for parties, celebrations, or a cozy dessert at home, poke cakes are a simple way to impress with minimal effort.

Bailey’s Poke Cake

A slice of moist chocolate cake with chocolate frosting and mini chocolate chips on top, served on a white plate; the rest of the cake is in the background. — Bailey’s Poke Cake. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

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Cake is soaked with Bailey’s Irish Cream for a rich flavor. Creamy filling seeps into the punctured layers. Frosting adds smoothness and sweetness. Each slice is indulgent with boozy notes.
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Banana Split Poke Cake

Cake layers are filled with pudding and topped with cherries, chocolate, and whipped cream. The cake crumb stays tender. Each slice mimics the classic banana split dessert. Creamy fillings blend with soft cake in every bite.
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Boston Cream Poke Cake

A small piece of boston cream inspired cake on a plate. — Boston Cream Poke Cake. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Vanilla cake is punctured and filled with chocolate pastry cream. Chocolate glaze or frosting covers the top. The cake remains soft while absorbing the filling. Each slice delivers creamy chocolate and custard flavor.
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Butter Pecan Poke Cake

A slice of cake on a white plate, topped with whipped cream, caramel sauce, and nuts. The rest of the cake is visible in the background on a woven mat. — Butter Pecan Poke Cake. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

Cake is filled with butter pecan-flavored cream or pudding. Chopped pecans add texture. Frosting or glaze finishes the cake. Each bite balances nutty crunch and tender crumb.
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Carrot Cake Poke Cake

Traditional carrot cake is punctured and filled with a creamy mixture. Layers remain moist and spiced. Frosting adds smooth sweetness. Each slice has tender cake and soft filling.
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Chocolate Cherry Poke Cake

A slice of cake with whipped topping, cherries and chocolate chip. — Chocolate Cherry Poke Cake. Photo credit: Little Frugal Homestead.

Chocolate cake is filled with cherry-flavored gelatin or pudding. The cake stays moist while absorbing the filling. Chocolate frosting or drizzle tops the cake. Each bite balances tart cherries and rich chocolate.
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Coconut Cream Poke Cake

A piece of a coconut poke cake on a plate. — Coconut Cream Poke Cake. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Cake is punctured and filled with coconut cream or pudding. Shredded coconut adds texture on top. The cake remains soft and moist. Each slice delivers creamy coconut flavor throughout.
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Cranberry Poke Cake

Cake is filled with tart cranberry gelatin or pudding. Layers absorb the filling while staying tender. Frosting adds sweetness. Each slice balances tangy and sweet flavors.
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Easy Strawberry Poke Cake

A slice of strawberry poke cake topped with whipped cream and sliced strawberries, served on a pink plate with fresh strawberries nearby. — Easy Strawberry Poke Cake. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Cake is filled with strawberry-flavored gelatin or puree. Whipped topping covers the cake. Layers remain tender and moist. Each bite combines fruity filling with soft crumb.
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Eggnog Poke Cake

A slice of poke cake with icing on a plate. — Eggnog Poke Cake. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Cake is filled with eggnog-flavored cream or pudding. Spiced cake layers stay moist. Frosting adds smoothness. Each slice delivers holiday-inspired flavor.
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