Description

This Strawberry Poke Cake is soft, moist, and bursting with strawberry flavor in every bite. Made with fluffy white cake, strawberry JELL-O, and a creamy whipped topping, it’s the perfect easy dessert for spring, summer, or any time you need a colorful and delicious treat!

Ingredients

1 box white cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box – usually eggs, oil, and water)
1 (3 oz) box strawberry JELL-O gelatin
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup cold water
1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped (optional for garnish)

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Instructions

Bake the cake: Prepare and bake the white cake in a 9×13-inch pan according to package directions. Let it cool for 15 minutes.
Poke holes: Using the handle of a wooden spoon or a fork, poke holes all over the top of the cake.
Make JELL-O: In a bowl, dissolve the strawberry JELL-O in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir in 1/2 cup of cold water.
Pour over cake: Slowly pour the JELL-O mixture over the cake, letting it soak into the holes. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
Top with whipped topping: Spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake.

Garnish: Top with chopped fresh strawberries if desired. Slice and serve chilled!

Notes

You can swap in other JELL-O flavors like raspberry or cherry.
Want more strawberries? Add a layer of sliced strawberries under the whipped topping.

Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.