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Easy Strawberry Jello Poke Cake Recipe

A close-up of a moist slice of strawberry jello poke cake topped with white whipped cream and bright red strawberry gelatin.
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You can make this moist Jello Poke Cake easily. It uses simple ingredients and results in a colorful, refreshing dessert perfect for parties or summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white cake mix
  • Ingredients required by cake mix box (eggs, oil, water)
  • 1 package (3 oz) Strawberry Jello
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip or whipped topping, thawed

Instructions

  1. Prepare the white cake according to the box directions, but use only the ingredients listed on the box (usually eggs, oil, and water). Pour the batter into a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. Bake the cake as directed on the box. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes after removing it from the oven.
  3. While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a large fork to poke holes all over the top of the cake. Make the holes about 1 inch apart.
  4. In a separate bowl, dissolve the Strawberry Jello in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir for 2 minutes until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of cold water into the Jello mixture.
  6. Carefully pour the liquid Jello mixture evenly over the entire surface of the warm cake, making sure the liquid seeps into the poked 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 Cool Whip evenly over the top of the cake.
  9. Chill the finished Jello Poke Cake until you are ready to serve. Slice and enjoy this moist dessert.

Notes

  • For a brighter color, you can use slightly less cold water when mixing the Jello, but do not reduce the boiling water.
  • If you want a richer topping, substitute the Cool Whip with a mixture of softened cream cheese and powdered sugar.
  • This simple gelatin dessert is great for potlucks because it travels well when kept cold.

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