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Nostalgic Strawberry Poke Cake for Family Gatherings

A moist slice of strawberry poke cake topped with whipped cream and fresh strawberries on a white plate.
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Make this moist, retro strawberry poke cake for your next family event. It features vibrant red streaks from strawberry gelatin set in a vanilla cake, topped with cool whipped cream.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (15.25 oz) white cake mix
  • Ingredients called for on cake mix box (usually eggs, oil, water)
  • 1 package (3 oz) strawberry gelatin
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1/2 cup cold strawberry syrup (from canned strawberries or store-bought)
  • 1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the white cake according to the package directions for a 9×13 inch pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
  2. While the cake cools slightly, prepare the strawberry gelatin. In a bowl, dissolve the gelatin powder completely in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir for 2 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1/2 cup of cold water and 1/2 cup of cold strawberry syrup into the gelatin mixture.
  4. Using the handle of a wooden spoon or a large fork, poke holes all over the top of the warm cake, spacing them about 1 inch apart. Poke all the way to the bottom of the cake.
  5. Slowly pour the liquid gelatin mixture evenly over the entire surface of the cake, allowing it to seep into all the holes.
  6. Refrigerate the cake for at least 3 to 4 hours, or until the gelatin is completely set.
  7. Once set, spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the top of the chilled cake.
  8. Garnish with fresh strawberry slices before serving. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Notes

  • For the best marbled effect, use a white cake mix; this lets the red gelatin color stand out.
  • If you want a deeper strawberry flavor, use the liquid from a can of drained strawberries instead of plain water when mixing the gelatin.
  • This easy strawberry poke cake recipe tastes best when served cold.

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