Description

This Cereal Milk Poke Cake is a fun and nostalgic dessert that combines a moist yellow cake infused with sweetened cereal-flavored milk, topped with whipped cream and crunchy cereal for texture. The cake is baked, then poked with holes to soak up a sweet mixture of cereal-infused milk and condensed milk, creating a unique, flavorful treat perfect for breakfast lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike.

Ingredients

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Cake

1 box yellow cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box, typically eggs, oil, and water)

Cereal Milk Mixture

2 cups whole milk
2 cups cereal of choice (e.g., Fruity Pebbles, Frosted Flakes, Cornflakes)
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

Topping

1 container (8 oz) whipped topping or homemade whipped cream
1 cup additional cereal for topping

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Instructions

Prepare and Bake the Cake: Preheat your oven according to the yellow cake mix instructions. Prepare the cake batter as directed on the box, then pour it into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan. Bake as specified and allow the cake to cool slightly once done.
Infuse the Milk with Cereal: While the cake is baking, combine the 2 cups of cereal with 2 cups of whole milk and let it steep for 20 to 30 minutes, allowing the milk to absorb the cereal flavor. After steeping, strain out and discard the soggy cereal, keeping the flavored milk.
Poke Holes in the Cake: Using the handle of a wooden spoon or similar utensil, poke holes evenly across the surface of the warm cake to allow the cereal milk mixture to soak in.
Pour the Cereal Milk Mixture: Mix the strained cereal-flavored milk with the 14 oz can of sweetened condensed milk. Pour this mixture evenly over the cake, making sure it seeps into the holes. Cover and chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set and absorb flavors.
Add the Whipped Topping and Garnish: Once chilled, spread the whipped topping or homemade whipped cream evenly over the surface of the cake. Sprinkle the additional 1 cup of cereal over the top for a crunchy, colorful garnish. Serve chilled.

Notes

Choose your favorite cereal to customize the flavor of the milk infusion; Fruity Pebbles or Frosted Flakes provide a nostalgic sweetness.
You can make homemade whipped cream using heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract for a fresher topping.
Ensure the cake is slightly cooled before poking holes to prevent breaking apart.
Chill time is essential for the cake to absorb the milky filling, so do not skip or shorten this step.
This cake serves well chilled and is best consumed within 2 days for freshness.