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Ghosts in the Graveyard Poke Cake

Ghosts in the Graveyard Poke Cake

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Indulge in the spooky spirit of Halloween with the Ghosts in the Graveyard Poke Cake! This delightful dessert transforms a simple chocolate cake into a playful graveyard scene, featuring vibrant layers of pudding and fluffy whipped topping. It’s not just visually stunning; each bite is an explosion of flavor that combines moist chocolate cake with creamy fillings. Perfect for family gatherings or Halloween parties, this cake is easy enough for anyone to create and fun to decorate with your favorite seasonal candies. Whether you’re hosting a festive celebration or simply want to enjoy a sweet treat, this poke cake is sure to impress both kids and adults alike!

Ingredients

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  • 15.25 ounces devil's food cake mix
  • 3.4 ounce instant white chocolate pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • Green and orange food coloring
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip (thawed)
  • 30 crushed Oreo cookies
  • 4 Milano cookies (for decoration)
  • Additional Halloween-themed treats (e.g., ghost peeps, pectin-based gummy candies)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the devil's food cake mix in a 9×13 pan according to package instructions. Let it cool for 15 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the instant pudding mix and cold milk until well blended. Divide into two bowls, adding green food coloring to one and orange to the other.
  3. Poke holes all over the cooled cake using the handle of a wooden spoon, about an inch apart.
  4. Spoon alternating layers of green and orange pudding into the holes.
  5. Spread Cool Whip evenly over the top of the cake.
  6. Sprinkle crushed Oreo cookies generously on top.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving.
  8. Decorate with Milano cookies as tombstones and any additional Halloween treats.

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