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Easy Strawberry Jello Poke Cake Recipe

Close-up of a moist slice of jello poke cake featuring white cake soaked in red gelatin and topped with whipped cream.
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Make this moist Jello Poke Cake using a simple cake mix base and vibrant strawberry gelatin. Top it with Cool Whip for a refreshing dessert perfect for parties and summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (15.25 ounces) white cake mix
  • Ingredients required for cake mix (usually eggs, oil, water)
  • 1 package (3 ounces) strawberry Jello (or other bright flavor)
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 container (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
  • Fresh strawberries for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the white cake according to the package directions, using a 9×13 inch baking pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Do not let it cool completely.
  3. While the cake cools slightly, prepare the Jello. In a bowl, dissolve the strawberry Jello powder completely in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir for two minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of cold water.
  5. Use the handle of a wooden spoon or a large fork to poke holes all over the top of the warm cake. Make the holes about 1 inch apart, poking all the way to the bottom of the pan.
  6. Slowly pour the liquid Jello mixture evenly over the entire surface of the cake, allowing the gelatin to seep into the holes.
  7. Refrigerate the cake for at least 3 to 4 hours, or until the Jello is completely set.
  8. Once the Jello is firm, spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the top of the cake.
  9. Garnish with fresh strawberries, if desired. Slice and serve cold.

Notes

  • For a more colorful effect, you can use multiple Jello flavors and pour them in stages, allowing each layer to partially set before adding the next.
  • This is a great make-ahead dessert; it tastes best when chilled for several hours.
  • If you prefer a richer topping, use homemade stabilized whipped cream instead of Cool Whip.

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