This post may contain affiliate links. As an amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. See my full Disclosure Policy for details.

This Piña Colada Poke Cake is full of pineapple, coconut, and rum flavor! Great for parties, reunions, potlucks, or dessert any time.

pina colada poke cake slice on white plate

Pin this now to find it later

Pin It

Piña Colada Poke Cake

This cake is perfect for summertime and for sharing at potlucks or reunions! Going to a cookout? Take this cake with you – it’ll be an instant hit with everyone!

This easy dessert recipe is full of pineapple and coconut flavors. It even has a touch of rum flavor. If you’re a fan of the frozen cocktail drink, then this dessert is going to rock your world!

As written, this cake is great for anyone. But, if you’re looking for something a little more special for a ladies’ get-together, I suggest adding a bit of real rum to the recipe for a boozy treat. Oh, yeah!!

looking down onto slices of cake on plates

What is a poke cake

Simply put, a poke cake is a cake that has been baked then is poked and filled with different fillings. It is often, but not always, topped with whipped topping.

Would you like to save this?

We'll email this post to you, so you can come back to it later!

Piña Colada Poke Cake FAQs

➡️ How to store poke cake?

This cake needs to be kept covered and stored in the refrigerator.

➡️ How long is poke cake good for?

Properly refrigerated, this cake needs to be used within 3-4 days.

➡️ Can I freeze poke cake?

Yes, you can! Allow the cake to fully set up before transferring it to the freezer. You’ll want to be sure that it is wrapped well. To use, allow the cake to thaw overnight in the fridge.

Recipe Tips

  • Want to make a boozy version of this cake? Reduce the amount of milk down to 1-1/2 cups with 1/2 cup rum and mix it into the pudding mix. Pour the pudding mixture over the cake, trying to fill the holes. Remember, this version is for people over 21 yrs old only.
  • If you’re having a hard time finding the pineapple cake mix, substitute a yellow cake mix. Use pineapple juice in place of the water called for on the box.
pine colada cake slice on plate

Other recipes you may enjoy

slice of pina colada poke cake
4.45 from 126 votes
Servings: 18 servings

Piña Colada Poke Cake

By Jamie Sherman
This Piña Colada Poke Cake is full of pineapple, coconut, and rum flavor! Great for parties, reunions, potlucks, or dessert any time.
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Inactive Time: 5 hours
Total: 5 hours 40 minutes

Would you like to save this?

We’ll email this post to you, so you can come back to it later!

Equipment

Ingredients 

  • 1 can crushed pineapple, 20 oz.
  • 1 box Duncan Hines Moist Deluxe Pineapple Supreme cake mix, 18.25 oz.
  • Ingredients listed on box to make cake
  • 1 box Coconut Cream instant pudding mix, 3.4 oz.
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 container Cool Whip, thawed, 8 oz.
  • 1 teaspoon rum extract
  • 1 bag shredded sweetened coconut flakes, 7 oz.

Instructions 

  • Empty the pineapple into a colander or strainer and allow it to drain while preparing and baking the cake.
  • Bake the cake according to package directions using a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  • Mix the instant pudding mix with the 2 cups of milk in a medium bowl. Poke holes in the hot cake with the round end of a wooden spoon and slowly pour the pudding mixture over the cake, trying to fill the holes. Let the cake cool completely.
  • Spread the pineapple evenly over the cooled cake. Carefully mix the Cool Whip and rum extract. Top the cake with the Cool Whip, evenly covering the cake. Sprinkle the coconut evenly over the top.
  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Store the cake (covered) in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • Want to make a boozy version of this cake? Reduce the amount of milk down to 1-1/2 cups with 1/2 cup rum and mix it into the pudding mix. Pour the pudding mixture over the cake, trying to fill the holes. Remember, this version is for people over 21 yrs old only.
  • If you’re having a hard time finding the pineapple cake mix, substitute a yellow cake mix. Use pineapple juice in place of the water called for on the box.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice, Calories: 241kcal, Carbohydrates: 43g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 4mg, Sodium: 284mg, Potassium: 151mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 29g, Vitamin A: 69IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 112mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Like this? Leave a comment below!

Originally published on August 21, 2013. Updated on May 27, 2021.

Jamie

Jamie Sherman founded Love Bakes Good Cakes in February 2012. She is a self-taught home cook passionate about sharing easy, delicious, and family-friendly recipes. From comforting classics to irresistible desserts, I believe homemade food brings people together. Join me on my journey of creating and sharing meals that bring joy to every table!

You May Also Like

4.45 from 126 votes (126 ratings without comment)

Leave a comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

36 Comments

  1. Sheila Deese says:

    Had a hard time finding coconut pudding, so I used coconut milk with the vanilla pudding, other than it was amazing

  2. Linzy says:

    I can’t find coconut pudding anywhere! What sub would you recommend?

    1. Jamie says:

      For a coconut pudding substitute, you can replace the Coconut Cream Instant Pudding mix with vanilla instant pudding and add coconut extract and coconut flakes. Follow the instructions on the vanilla pudding mix package, adding 1-2 teaspoons of coconut extract and up to ½ cup of unsweetened coconut flakes. I hope this helps!