Orange Crush Poke Cake
This vibrant poke cake features a moist base soaked in orange soda and topped with a smooth cream cheese and whipped topping layer, creating a sweet and refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- 1 9x13-inch baking pan greased
- 1 wooden spoon or skewer for poking holes
- 1 mixing bowl for cream layer
- 1 hand mixer or whisk to beat cream cheese
Ingredients
- 1 box white or yellow cake mix and ingredients required on box
- 1 can 12 fl oz orange soda
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 8 oz whipped topping or about 2 cups whipped cream
- optional: shaved white chocolate extra orange zest, or rainbow sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat oven according to cake mix instructions and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- Prepare and bake the cake batter as directed on the box.
- While still warm, poke 20 to 30 holes evenly over the cake using a wooden spoon end or skewer.
- Slowly pour the orange soda over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then gently fold in whipped topping until combined.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the soaked cake.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours or overnight before slicing and serving chilled.
Notes
- Add orange zest to the cream layer for extra citrus flavor.
- Use a spatula to help evenly distribute soda if needed.
- Serve with fresh fruit or vanilla ice cream for best results.
- Store covered in the refrigerator up to 4-5 days.