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Easy Strawberry Poke Cake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 3 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Easy Strawberry Poke Cake is a delightful and simple dessert featuring a moist white cake infused with sweet strawberry gelatin. After baking, the cake is punctured with holes to soak in the strawberry-flavored gelatin, creating a burst of fruity flavor in every bite. Topped with creamy whipped topping and fresh strawberries, this cake is perfect for gatherings or a refreshing treat.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 1 box white cake mix (plus ingredients needed on the package: eggs, water, and oil)

Gelatin Mixture

  • 1 box (3 oz) strawberry-flavored gelatin (Jell-O)
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • ½ cup cold water

Topping

  • 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
  • Optional: Fresh strawberries, sliced, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven according to the white cake mix package instructions to ensure correct baking temperature.
  2. Prepare Cake Batter: Prepare the cake batter as directed on the box, combining all required ingredients, then pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  3. Bake Cake: Bake the cake according to the package instructions, usually about 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating it is fully cooked.
  4. Cool Cake: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan so that it is set and ready for the gelatin infusion.
  5. Make Gelatin Mixture: In a medium bowl, dissolve the strawberry gelatin powder in 1 cup of boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved for a smooth mixture. Then add ½ cup cold water and mix well to bring the gelatin to a cool, pourable temperature.
  6. Poke Cake Holes: Use a fork or the end of a wooden spoon to poke holes evenly across the entire surface of the cooled cake. These holes allow the gelatin to soak in deeply.
  7. Pour Gelatin Over Cake: Slowly and evenly pour the gelatin mixture over the cake surface, letting the gelatin seep into the holes, infusing the cake with strawberry flavor.
  8. Refrigerate: Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, allowing the gelatin to set firmly inside the cake.
  9. Add Topping: Spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the chilled and set cake, creating a creamy and light layer on top.
  10. Garnish (Optional): Garnish the cake with fresh sliced strawberries for added freshness and visual appeal.
  11. Serve: Slice the cake, serve it chilled, and enjoy the moist, flavorful strawberry poke cake.

Notes

  • Ensure the cake is completely cooled before poking holes and pouring the gelatin to prevent melting the gelatin.
  • You can use any flavor of gelatin to create variations of this poke cake.
  • For a lighter version, substitute the whipped topping with a low-fat or Greek yogurt-based topping.
  • If fresh strawberries are not available, consider using other fruits like blueberries or raspberries as garnish.
  • This cake is best served chilled and consumed within 2-3 days for optimal freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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