Description
A light, fruity, and moist strawberry poke cake made with vanilla cake, strawberry gelatin, whipped topping, and fresh strawberries for a refreshing dessert that is easy to prepare and perfect for gatherings or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 box white or vanilla cake mix (15.25 oz / 432 g)
- Ingredients required for the cake mix, typically 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 ml) water
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 package strawberry gelatin (3 oz / 85 g)
- 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) cold water
- 1 tub whipped topping (8 oz / 225 g), thawed
- 1 1/2 cups (225 g) fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the cake mix according to the package instructions using the eggs, water, and vegetable oil, then bake in a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) pan.
- Let the baked cake cool for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes evenly across the entire cake.
- In a bowl, dissolve the strawberry gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water, then stir in 1/2 cup of cold water.
- Slowly pour the strawberry gelatin mixture over the cake, making sure it seeps into the holes evenly.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours so it can chill and absorb the flavor.
- Spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake.
- Top with sliced fresh strawberries and keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
Notes
- You can use frozen strawberries, but thaw and drain them well before using.
- This cake can be made a day ahead and often tastes even better after chilling overnight.
- White or vanilla cake mix works best, but strawberry or lemon cake mix can also be used.
- Pour the gelatin mixture evenly to prevent soggy spots in the cake.
- Homemade whipped cream can be used instead of store-bought whipped topping.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve cold; this dessert is not meant to be reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
