Description

Fool’s Cake is a classic Southern no-bake dessert featuring a moist yellow cake base layered with creamy vanilla pudding and fluffy whipped topping. Simple to prepare and perfect for make-ahead gatherings, this nostalgic cake offers comforting flavors that everyone will love.

Ingredients

1 box yellow cake mix (plus ingredients to prepare as directed)
2 packages (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
3 cups cold milk
1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
Optional: sliced bananas or crushed pineapple for layering

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Instructions

Bake Cake: Prepare cake mix according to package instructions. Bake in a 9×13-inch pan. Cool completely.
Prepare Pudding Filling: Whisk pudding mix and cold milk in a bowl. Beat for 2 minutes until thickened.
Add Whipped Topping: Fold whipped topping into pudding mixture until smooth.
Assemble Cake: Spread pudding mixture evenly over cooled cake. Optionally layer sliced bananas or crushed pineapple between cake and pudding layers.
Chill: Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
Serve: Slice and serve chilled. Garnish with extra whipped topping or fruit if desired.

Notes

Use homemade yellow cake instead of box mix for a scratch version.Add fresh or canned fruits like strawberries, peaches, or mandarins for variety.For a chocolate twist, substitute vanilla pudding with chocolate pudding.Sprinkle shredded coconut or chopped nuts on top for added texture.