Description
This Strawberry Jello Poke Cake is a delightful and refreshing dessert featuring a moist white cake base infused with sugar-free strawberry gelatin, topped with a creamy vanilla pudding layer and light Cool Whip. Easy to prepare and perfect for gatherings, this poke cake combines fruity flavor and creamy texture for a crowd-pleasing treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box (15.25 oz) white cake mix
- Water, as per cake mix instructions
Jello Layer
- 1 box (3 oz) sugar-free strawberry Jell-O
- 1 cup boiling water
- ½ cup cold water
Pudding Layer
- 1 box (1 oz) instant sugar-free vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups milk
Topping
- 8 oz Cool Whip
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven according to the white cake mix package instructions to ensure proper baking temperature.
- Prepare and Bake Cake: Follow the directions on the cake mix box to prepare the batter, then pour it into a 9×13 inch baking dish. Bake as directed until done.
- Poke Holes: After baking, allow the cake to cool slightly. Use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes evenly all over the cake surface, which will allow the Jell-O to seep in and soak.
- Dissolve Jell-O: In a separate bowl, dissolve the sugar-free strawberry Jell-O powder in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir thoroughly, then add ½ cup cold water to cool it down.
- Pour Jell-O over Cake: Slowly pour the prepared Jell-O evenly over the cake, making sure the liquid seeps into the holes for maximum flavor and moisture.
- Chill the Cake: Place the cake in the refrigerator and chill for 3 to 4 hours until the Jell-O sets firmly within the cake.
- Prepare Pudding: Mix the instant sugar-free vanilla pudding mix with 2 cups of milk until the pudding is soft-set and thickened.
- Layer Pudding: Spread the prepared vanilla pudding evenly over the set Jell-O layer on the cake.
- Add Topping: Top the pudding layer with 8 oz of Cool Whip, spreading gently to cover the entire surface. Optionally, garnish with fresh strawberries or other desired toppings before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to poke the holes evenly and deep enough so the Jell-O liquid can seep throughout the cake layers for moistness and flavor infusion.
- Chilling the cake for at least 3 hours is essential to allow the Jell-O to set properly.
- You can garnish with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, or sprinkles for added flair.
- Use sugar-free pudding and Jell-O to reduce sugar content for a lighter dessert option.
