Festive Holiday Punch Bowl Delight
This Festive Holiday Punch Bowl Delight is a vibrant and decadent dessert that combines layers of moist butter cake, lush whipped topping, and colorful fruit fillings to create a stunning centerpiece for your holiday gatherings. Inspired by the classic punch bowl cake, this recipe is a twist on the traditional that adds the perfect festive flair with its red and green colors. It's easy to make and is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at any Christmas celebration. Serve it chilled for a refreshing end to your holiday meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Servings
257
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter Recipe Cake Mix
1 (18 1/4 ounce) package (Follow package instructions for mixing and baking.)
Eggs
3 (As called for by your cake mix.)
Oil
1/3 cup (As called for by your cake mix.)
Water
1 1/3 cups (As called for by your cake mix.)
Crushed Pineapple
1 (21 ounce) can (Undrained.)
Pistachio Pudding Mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package (Prepare according to package directions.)
Strawberry Pie Filling
1 (21 ounce) can (Ready to use.)
Non-Dairy Whipped Topping
1 (16 ounce) container (Thawed.)
Red Maraschino Cherries
1 cup (For garnish.)
Green Maraschino Cherries
1 cup (For garnish.)
Pecan Halves or Walnut Halves
1 cup (For garnish.)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven and prepare the butter recipe cake mix according to the package instructions, using the specified amounts of eggs, oil, and water.
2
Once baked, allow the cake to cool completely before crumbling it into small pieces.
3
In a large punch bowl, place half of the crumbled cake at the bottom.
4
Prepare the pistachio pudding mix as per the package instructions; once ready, pour half of it over the crumbled cake, spreading it evenly.
5
Spoon half of the undrained crushed pineapple over the pudding layer, ensuring to poke holes in the cake to let the juice seep in.
6
Pour half of the strawberry pie filling over the pineapple layer, making sure it covers evenly.
7
Spread half of the thawed non-dairy whipped topping over the strawberry filling.
8
Repeat the layering process with the remaining crumbled cake, pistachio pudding, pineapple, strawberry pie filling, and finish with the remaining whipped topping.
9
For the final touch, garnish the top of the cake with red and green maraschino cherries and sprinkle the pecan or walnut halves in an alternating pattern.
10
Cover the punch bowl and refrigerate the cake for at least an hour before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Nutrition Information
12g
Fat
35g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Festive Holiday Punch Bowl Delight?
It is a vibrant and decadent layered dessert featuring butter cake, whipped topping, and fruit fillings designed as a holiday centerpiece.
What are the festive colors featured in this dessert?
The dessert uses red strawberry filling and green pistachio pudding along with red and green maraschino cherries for a festive look.
What kind of cake mix is required?
The recipe calls for one 18 1/4 ounce package of Butter Recipe Cake Mix.
How many eggs are needed for the cake?
You will need 3 eggs as called for by the cake mix instructions.
How much oil is used in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1/3 cup of oil for the cake preparation.
How much water is needed for the cake mix?
The recipe specifies 1 1/3 cups of water.
Should I drain the crushed pineapple?
No, the 21 ounce can of crushed pineapple should be used undrained.
What flavor of pudding is used in the layers?
The recipe uses a 3 1/2 ounce package of Pistachio Pudding Mix.
What type of fruit filling is used?
A 21 ounce can of Strawberry Pie Filling is used for the red layers.
What kind of whipped topping should I use?
Use one 16 ounce container of non-dairy whipped topping that has been thawed.
What items are used for the garnish?
The top is garnished with red maraschino cherries, green maraschino cherries, and pecan or walnut halves.
How many cherries are needed for garnish?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of red maraschino cherries and 1 cup of green maraschino cherries.
How many nuts are needed for the topping?
One cup of pecan or walnut halves is used for the final garnish.
Should the cake be hot when I crumble it?
No, you must allow the cake to cool completely before crumbling it into small pieces.
What is the first layer in the punch bowl?
The first layer is half of the crumbled butter cake.
How is the pineapple added to the cake?
Spoon the undrained pineapple over the pudding layer and poke holes in the cake so the juice seeps in.
How many layers does the finished dessert have?
The layering process is repeated twice, creating two full sets of cake, pudding, pineapple, strawberry, and whipped topping layers.
How long should the punch bowl cake refrigerate?
It should be refrigerated for at least one hour before serving to let the flavors meld.
What is the calorie count for a serving?
Each serving contains approximately 257 calories.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 12 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
There are 35 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in this dessert?
Each serving contains 2 grams of protein.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe that uses convenient pre-made mixes.
Can I use walnuts instead of pecans?
Yes, the recipe allows for either pecan halves or walnut halves for the garnish.
What is the specific holiday theme for this cake?
This recipe is specifically designed for Christmas celebrations and holiday gatherings.
Should I prepare the pudding before adding it?
Yes, prepare the pistachio pudding mix according to the package directions before pouring it over the cake.
What is the best way to serve this dessert?
It should be served chilled directly from the punch bowl.
How should the nuts be arranged on top?
The pecan or walnut halves should be sprinkled in an alternating pattern for the final touch.
Does the recipe require any specialized equipment?
You will need a large punch bowl and a standard oven for baking the cake mix.
Is this recipe suitable for a large group?
Yes, it is described as a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for holiday gatherings.