Patriotic Poke Cake

Step 1

To make the cake:

Step 2

Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 13” x 9” baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. In a large bowl, sift flour, baking powder and salt together until combined. In another large bowl, using a hand mixer, beat sweetener and oil spread on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla and beat until well combined.

Step 3

Add dry ingredients and milk to wet ingredients and beat until just combined. Pour batter evenly into prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 30-40 minutes. Poke cake with the end of a wooden spoon in 1-inch intervals. Allow to cool in pan completely before frosting, about 30 minutes.

Step 4

Spread pudding evenly over cake, gently pushing it into the holes. Cover and refrigerate until pudding is set, 1-2 hours.

Step 5

Spread whipped topping in an even layer over cake. Place strawberries and blueberries on top of cake in the shape of an American flag. Slice and serve.

Step 6

To make the pudding:

Step 7

In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix together until combined and slightly thickened.