Description
A festive and colorful Red, White & Blue Poke Cake made with white cake, strawberry and berry blue gelatin, creamy whipped topping, and fresh berries. Perfect for patriotic holidays, summer gatherings, and family celebrations.
Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 ounces) white cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 package (3 ounces) berry blue gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 container (8 ounces) whipped topping, thawed
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons red, white, and blue sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the white cake mix according to package directions using the water, vegetable oil, and eggs.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for 15 minutes.
- Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the cake about 1 inch apart.
- Dissolve the strawberry gelatin in 1 cup boiling water and the berry blue gelatin in another 1 cup boiling water.
- Carefully pour the strawberry gelatin over one side of the cake and the berry blue gelatin over the other side, allowing the liquid to soak into the holes.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours or until fully chilled.
- Spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake.
- Top with diced strawberries, blueberries, and patriotic sprinkles if desired.
- Chill for an additional 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use vanilla cake mix instead of white cake mix for a richer flavor.
- Fresh berries provide the best texture and presentation.
- Homemade whipped cream can be substituted for whipped topping.
- Add raspberries or white chocolate shavings for extra decoration.
- For a lighter version, use sugar-free gelatin and light whipped topping.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Do not freeze, as the topping and fruit may lose texture after thawing.
- This dessert is best served chilled and can be made a day ahead.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
