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    The Easiest Oreo Poke Cake That Tastes Incredible

    by Kathy Owen · Mar 27, 2026 · Updated: Mar 26, 2026 · "As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases"

    Make a creamy, rich, and moist Oreo poke cake that’s super easy and full of chocolatey goodness. Perfect for parties or a simple sweet treat!

    A plate with a piece of Oreo poke cake topped with whipped cream and cookie crumbles, garnished with a whole chocolate sandwich cookie. A fork, whole cookies, and a striped napkin are nearby on a white surface.
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    Sometimes you just want a chocolatey dessert that really hits the sweet spot without a long ingredient list or hours in the kitchen.

    That’s exactly where this Oreo poke cake comes in. It’s simple, quick to put together, and still delivers that rich, creamy, chocolatey goodness that feels a little extra without all the effort.

    Why This Oreo Poke Cake Pudding Recipe Will Be Everyone's Favorite

    • Ultra creamy and rich with a soft, moist texture in every bite.
    • Packed with classic Oreo flavor and chocolatey goodness.
    • Super easy to make with simple ingredients and minimal prep.
    • Perfect for parties, potlucks, and make-ahead desserts.
    • Always a crowd favorite that both kids and adults love.

    For more easy desserts, try these popular dessert recipes that never disappoint or these irresistible potluck desserts.

    You will need the following ingredients listed below to make this yummy dessert, (the exact measurements, nutrition information and full recipe are all in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post).

    Equipment Needed:

    • Bowl
    • Spoon
    • Whisk
    • 9 inch by 13 inch Baking Dish
    • Straw or Wood Skewer
    • Butter, or Cooking Spray, to grease baking dish

    Ingredients:

    • Devil's Food Chocolate Cake Mix
    • Vanilla Yogurt
    • Water
    • Vegetable Oil
    • Instant Oreo Cookies n’ Creme Pudding Mix
    • Whole Milk
    • Cool Whip
    • Oreos
    A top-down view of ingredients for an Oreo poke cake: a pitcher of milk, Oreo cookies, whipped topping, pudding or cream, extra cookies, chocolate powder, oil, and a small pitcher of milk.

    How to Make Oreo Poke Cake With Pudding

    Preheat your oven to 350℉ and grease your baking dish.

    Stir together the cake mix, yogurt, water, and vegetable oil until well combined, then pour into your baking dish and spread the batter out evenly.

    A mixing bowl with chocolate cake mix, milk, and other wet ingredients for an Oreo poke cake sits in the center. Nearby are a measuring cup of milk, a plate of sandwich cookies, a striped towel, and a box of Oreo cookies on a white countertop.
    A white rectangular baking dish filled with an Oreo poke cake mixture sits on a marble surface. Whole chocolate sandwich cookies are nearby, along with a kitchen towel and a bowl of whipped topping.

    Bake the cake for about 25-28 minutes, then let cool completely (about an hour).

    Make the pudding by whisking together the pudding mix and milk, then poke holes in the cooled cake, about a ¾ -1 inch apart, with a straw, and pour the pudding on top of the cake and into the holes.

    A white baking dish filled with chocolate batter sits on a marble surface, ready to become a decadent Oreo poke cake. Nearby are a glass of milk, chocolate sandwich cookies, whipped topping, and a striped kitchen towel.

    Let chill again, in the fridge, for about an hour.

    Spread the thawed cool whip over the entire top of the cake and place 12 oreos on top, in the center of where each slice will be, then crush the remaining 3 oreos into crumbs and sprinkle on top.

    A white rectangular dish filled with a layer of fluffy whipped topping, surrounded by chocolate sandwich cookies on a white marble surface, showcases an irresistible Oreo poke cake, with a white and black striped cloth nearby.
    Close-up of dessert bars topped with whole and crumbled chocolate sandwich cookies on a layer of white frosting, arranged in a grid pattern, reminiscent of an Oreo poke cake.

    Slice into 12 pieces and enjoy!

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    A slice of rich & creamy oreo poke cake with luscious frosting and an Oreo cookie on top is lifted by a fork, surrounded by more delicious cake and cookies. Text reads, Rich & Creamy Oreo Poke Cake Pudding Recipe.

    Notes for Making Oreo Poke Cake Recipe

    Cake Mix - Any 15.25 chocolate cake mix should work for this recipe. Devil's Food Chocolate cake mix works the best due to its very chocolatey flavor and dark color that almost mimics the chocolate in Oreos.

    Yogurt - The yogurt replaces the eggs in the cake mix directions. Replacing the eggs with yogurt works very well.

    You can use a 5.3 ounce plain or vanilla yogurt. This works with dairy AND non-dairy yogurt as well. I’ve tested it with dairy plain & vanilla yogurt, as well as coconut vanilla yogurt and almond vanilla yogurt.

    Pudding Mix - Oreo pudding mix works best for this recipe, if need be you can use a 3.4 ounce vanilla pudding mix.

    Milk - Whole milk works best, oat milk will work in a pinch. Try to avoid using soy milk, as soy milk and pudding mixes do not mix well together.

    Tips:

    Make sure the cake is completely cooled, or chilled and solid, before moving onto the next steps in the recipe.

    Storage:

    Store in the fridge, covered, for 3-4 days.

    Can I make this ahead of time?

    Absolutely! You may want to consider adding the Oreos to the top for just before serving, otherwise they may start to soften overnight. Other than that, this cake tastes the same from the day it’s made to the next day.

    Is this cake soggy?

    It’s not soggy, but it is very moist due to the pudding soaking it.

    How many holes do I need to poke into it?

    It does not matter how many holes are in the cake. Please refer to the picture with the holes to see where to poke the holes in the cake and the spacing.

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    A plate with a piece of Oreo poke cake topped with whipped cream and cookie crumbles, garnished with a whole chocolate sandwich cookie. A fork, whole cookies, and a striped napkin are nearby on a white surface.

    Oreo Poke Cake Recipe

    Learn how to make a creamy, rich, and moist Oreo poke cake that’s super easy and full of chocolatey goodness. Perfect for parties or a simple sweet treat!

    Author: Recipe Idea Shop

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    Prep : 25 minutes mins
    Cook : 25 minutes mins
    2 hours hrs
    Total Time: 2 hours hrs 50 minutes mins
    Course : Dessert
    Servings : 12 servings

    Equipment

    • bowl
    • Spoon
    • Whisk
    • Baking Dish, 9x13
    • Straw or Wood Skewer
    • Cooking Spray

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 box Devil's Food Chocolate Cake Mix, 15.25 ounce
    • 5.3 oz Vanilla Yogurt
    • ¾ cup Water
    • ⅓ cup Vegetable Oil
    • 1 box Instant Oreo Cookies n’ Creme Pudding Mix, 4.2 ounce
    • 2 cups Whole Milk
    • 8 oz Cool Whip, thawed
    • 15 Oreos, divided

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your oven to 350℉ and grease your baking dish.
    • Stir together the cake mix, yogurt, water, and vegetable oil until well combined, then pour into your baking dish and spread the batter out evenly.
    • Bake the cake for about 25-28 minutes, then let cool completely (about an hour).
    • Make the pudding by whisking together the pudding mix and milk, then poke holes in the cooled cake, about a ¾ -1 inch apart, with a straw, and pour the pudding on top of the cake and into the holes.
    • Let chill again, in the fridge, for about an hour.
    • Spread the thawed cool whip over the entire top of the cake and place 12 oreos on top, in the center of where each slice will be, then crush the remaining 3 oreos into crumbs and sprinkle on top.
    • Slice into 12 pieces and enjoy!

    Nutrition (may vary depending on ingredients and amounts used)

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 370.73kcal | Carbohydrates: 52.76g | Protein: 5.45g | Fat: 16.97g | Saturated Fat: 4.35g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5.94g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5.6g | Trans Fat: 0.05g | Cholesterol: 8.53mg | Sodium: 444.06mg | Potassium: 264.33mg | Fiber: 1.42g | Sugar: 32.95g | Vitamin A: 105.72IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 149.84mg | Iron: 3.46mg
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    About Kathy Owen

    Kathy Owen acquired the blog, Recipe Idea Shop in 2024. She was raised on a farm in Arkansas where having a big garden and good food to eat was the norm. She shares recipes for homemade comfort food and new trending dishes.

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