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Easy Moist Jello Poke Cake Recipe

A moist slice of rainbow jello poke cake topped with thick white whipped cream, sitting on a white plate.
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Make this easy Jello poke cake for a moist, colorful dessert perfect for parties or potlucks. It uses a box mix and simple steps for a crowd-pleasing sweet treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white cake mix
  • Ingredients required for cake mix preparation (usually eggs, oil, water)
  • 1 package (3 oz) flavored gelatin (like Strawberry or Lime Jello)
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed (Cool Whip)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the white cake mix according to package directions. Pour the batter into a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. Bake the cake as directed on the box. Remove the cake from the oven when done.
  3. While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a large fork to poke holes all over the top surface of the cake. Space the holes about one inch apart.
  4. In a separate bowl, dissolve the flavored gelatin completely in the boiling water. Stir for two minutes.
  5. Stir in the cold water.
  6. Carefully and slowly pour the liquid gelatin mixture evenly over the entire surface of the warm cake, allowing the liquid to soak into the poked holes.
  7. Refrigerate the cake for at least 3 to 4 hours, or until the gelatin is fully set.
  8. Once the cake is chilled and set, spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the top layer.
  9. Slice and serve this colorful dessert immediately.

Notes

  • For a festive Christmas Jello Cake, use red and green Jello layers, preparing one color, chilling until set, then pouring the second color on top.
  • You can substitute the whipped topping with homemade whipped cream for a richer flavor.
  • This recipe works well with any flavor of Jello you prefer for a summer party food treat.

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