Strawberry Poke Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 box of white cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box to prepare the cake, usually eggs, oil, and water)
- 1 package (3 oz) of strawberry-flavored gelatin (Jell-O)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
- Fresh strawberries, sliced (optional for garnish)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the cake mix box (usually around 350°F or 175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, prepare the white cake mix according to the package instructions, typically involving the addition of eggs, oil, and water.
- Pour the cake batter into the greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake the cake in the preheated oven as directed on the cake mix box (usually 25-30 minutes) or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Poke the Cake:
- Once the cake is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes.
- While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a similar-sized object to poke holes all over the surface of the cake. Make sure the holes are evenly spaced and go about halfway into the cake.
- Prepare the Gelatin:
- In a medium bowl, dissolve the strawberry-flavored gelatin by mixing it with 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
- Add 1/2 cup of cold water to the gelatin mixture and stir to combine.
- Pour the Gelatin Over the Cake:
- Carefully pour the gelatin mixture over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes you created. Pour slowly and evenly to ensure the gelatin soaks into the cake properly.
- Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours, or until the gelatin is set and the cake is thoroughly chilled.
- Add the Topping:
- Once the cake has chilled and the gelatin is set, spread the whipped topping evenly over the entire surface of the cake.
- Garnish and Serve:
- If desired, garnish the top of the cake with fresh strawberry slices.
- Keep the cake refrigerated until ready to serve.
Enjoy the sweet and fruity goodness of your Strawberry Poke Cake!
Tips:
- For extra flavor, you can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cake batter before baking.
- To make the cake more festive, you can use different flavors of gelatin and corresponding fruit toppings.