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Creamy Jello Poke Cake Recipe Easy Homemade Dessert with Whipped Cream Frosting

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A simple and colorful poke cake that combines a light white cake with fruity Jello soaking and a soft whipped cream frosting for a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white cake mix (about 15.25 oz), plus ingredients called for on the box (usually eggs, oil, and water)
  • 1 package (3 oz) flavored Jello gelatin (strawberry or raspberry recommended)
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream, well chilled
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch pan lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Prepare the cake batter according to package directions, mixing cake mix with eggs, oil, and water until smooth (about 2-3 minutes on medium speed).
  3. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top gently with a spatula.
  4. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes until warm but not hot.
  5. In a medium bowl, dissolve the Jello powder in 1 cup boiling water, stirring until completely dissolved (about 2 minutes). Add 1/2 cup cold water and stir to combine.
  6. Using a toothpick or fork, poke holes all over the cake about 1 inch apart, being careful not to poke through the bottom.
  7. Pour the warm Jello mixture slowly over the cake, covering the entire surface so the liquid seeps into the holes.
  8. Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours, preferably 4 or overnight, to allow the Jello to set inside the cake.
  9. In a cold mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract on medium-high speed until medium to stiff peaks form (about 3-5 minutes).
  10. Spread the whipped cream evenly over the chilled cake using a spatula or the back of a spoon to create soft swirls.
  11. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated until ready. For clean slices, dip a sharp knife in hot water, wipe dry, and slice.

Notes

Use a light white cake mix for best absorption. Chill the mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream. If Jello isn’t soaking evenly, gently press down on the cake surface after pouring. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with chilled coconut cream and use dairy-free cake mix. Refrigerate cake before frosting to prevent whipped cream from melting. For gluten-free, use gluten-free white cake mix.

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