Patriotic Jello Poke Cake
Celebrate the spirit of summer with a vibrant Patriotic Jello Poke Cake! This delightful dessert features layers of colorful jello in red and blue, creating an eye-catching treat that’s perfect for gatherings, especially on festive occasions like the 4th of July. The cake is simple to prepare, making it ideal for bakers of all skill levels. Each slice bursts with refreshing flavors, and you can easily customize the jello flavors to suit your taste. Garnished with whipped topping and festive sprinkles or fresh fruit, this cake is sure to impress your guests while being a fun addition to any celebration.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 18 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 box white cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1 1/2 cups boiling water (divided)
- 1 package red jello (3 oz.)
- 1 package blue jello (3 oz.)
- 1 cup cold water (divided)
- 1 tub frozen whipped topping, thawed (8 oz.)
- Patriotic colored sprinkles or fresh fruit
Instructions
- Preheat your oven and bake the white cake according to the package instructions in a 13×9-inch pan. Let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, poke holes in the cake every half inch using a wooden spoon handle.
- In separate bowls, dissolve red and blue jello each in 3/4 cup boiling water; then mix in 1/2 cup cold water for each.
- Fill alternate holes with red jello first, then fill remaining holes with blue jello.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.
- Spread thawed whipped topping over the cake and garnish with sprinkles or fresh fruit before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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