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Strawberry Jello Poke Cake

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A simple and nostalgic dessert featuring a moist yellow cake soaked with strawberry Jello and topped with whipped cream. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or an easy everyday treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box yellow cake mix (about 15.25 oz / 432g)
  • Eggs as called for on the cake box (room temperature)
  • Oil as directed on the cake box (vegetable or canola)
  • Water as directed on the cake box
  • 1 package strawberry Jello mix (3 oz / 85g)
  • 1 cup boiling water (240 ml)
  • 1 cup cold water (240 ml)
  • 8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream)
  • Optional: ½ cup fresh sliced strawberries for garnish
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cake batter or whipped cream)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. Mix the cake batter according to box directions using eggs, oil, water, and cake mix. Pour into the pan.
  3. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.
  4. Use a fork or wooden skewer to poke holes about every half inch all over the cooled cake.
  5. In a bowl, dissolve the strawberry Jello powder in 1 cup boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved.
  6. Add 1 cup cold water to the Jello mixture and stir to combine. Let it cool but do not let it set.
  7. Slowly pour the cooled liquid Jello evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes. Use a spatula to spread if needed.
  8. Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to let the Jello set and soak in.
  9. Before serving, spread whipped topping evenly over the cake and garnish with fresh sliced strawberries if desired.

Notes

Let the cake cool completely before poking holes and pouring Jello to prevent gelatin from sliding off. Poke about 50-60 holes for even Jello absorption. Use boiling water to fully dissolve Jello powder to avoid grainy texture. Chill cake at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor and moistness. Use whipped topping or freshly whipped cream for best texture. Optional vanilla extract adds subtle flavor. Fresh strawberries are best as a topping, not mixed into Jello.

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Keywords: strawberry poke cake, jello poke cake, easy dessert, yellow cake, whipped topping, summer dessert, party dessert

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