Sweet Strawberry Jello Poke Cake
A refreshing dessert featuring moist vanilla cake soaked in strawberry Jello, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
For the Base
- 1 box vanilla cake mix Consider using sugar-free cake mix for a lighter version.
- 1 cup water Can substitute with buttermilk for richer flavor.
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
For the Sauce
- 1 cup strawberry Jello (gelatin)
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
To Serve
- 1 cup whipped topping Can substitute with homemade whipped cream if desired.
- to taste fresh strawberries For garnish; can use other fruits as well.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x13 inch cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
Baking
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
Assembly
- Poke holes in the center of the cooled cake using a fork, evenly spacing them.
- In a separate bowl, dissolve the strawberry Jello in 2 cups of boiling water, then add 1 cup of cold water and stir.
- Pour the Jello mixture evenly over the cake, filling the holes completely. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Before serving, top with whipped topping and garnish with fresh strawberries. Cut into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
For best results, refrigerate the cake longer, ideally overnight. Use a fork to poke holes for even saturation.