Description
This festive Easter Poke Cake is the perfect treat for your spring celebrations! Moist, fluffy cake infused with vibrant Jell-O, topped with a creamy whipped topping and colorful sprinkles, it’s an easy-to-make dessert that everyone will love. This cake not only tastes incredible but also looks stunning on your Easter dessert table!
Ingredients
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- 1 box white cake mix (plus ingredients called for on the box, typically eggs, oil, and water)
- 1 box (3 oz) Jell-O in your choice of flavor (strawberry, lime, or blue raspberry are great options for Easter)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip or similar)
- 1/4 cup sprinkles (for decoration, optional)
- 1/4 cup mini marshmallows (optional, for added texture)
Instructions
- Bake the Cake: Preheat your oven to the temperature indicated on the cake mix box. Prepare the cake according to the package directions, typically by mixing the cake mix with eggs, oil, and water, and then baking it in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Poke the Cake: Once the cake is fully baked and cooled for about 10 minutes, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a fork to poke holes all over the top of the cake.
- Prepare the Jell-O: In a small bowl, dissolve the Jell-O powder in 1 cup of boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved. Add 1/2 cup of cold water and stir to combine.
- Pour Jell-O Over Cake: Slowly pour the Jell-O mixture over the cake, making sure the liquid seeps into the holes. Let the cake absorb the Jell-O for 1-2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Add Whipped Topping: Once the cake has chilled and the Jell-O is set, spread a layer of whipped topping evenly over the cake.
- Decorate: Add sprinkles, mini marshmallows, or other fun Easter-themed decorations on top to make it festive.
- Serve: Slice and serve chilled, and enjoy your Easter Poke Cake!
Notes
- Flavor Options: Feel free to use any flavor of Jell-O that matches your color scheme or flavor preference. Popular choices for Easter include strawberry, lime, and lemon.
- Make It Ahead: This cake can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Just cover it and store it in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Customization: You can also drizzle melted chocolate over the whipped topping or add fresh fruit for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg