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Flavorful Red White and Blue Jello Poke Cake Recipe with Easy Cool Whip Topping

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A festive and nostalgic poke cake featuring layers of red and blue jello poured into a moist yellow cake, topped with light and fluffy Cool Whip. Perfect for summer celebrations and easy to make with pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box Yellow Cake Mix (about 15.25 oz / 432 g)
  • 1 cup Water (240 ml)
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil (80 ml)
  • 3 large Eggs, room temperature
  • 1 packet Red Jello Mix (3 oz / 85 g), strawberry or cherry flavor
  • 1 packet Blue Jello Mix (3 oz / 85 g), blue raspberry flavor
  • 1 cup Boiling Water (240 ml) for each Jello flavor
  • 1 tub Cool Whip Topping (about 8 oz / 227 g)
  • Optional: Fresh strawberries and blueberries for garnish
  • Optional: Mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, 1 cup water, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, and 3 large eggs. Mix on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth and well blended.
  3. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. Cool the cake completely in the pan for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
  5. Dissolve the red jello packet in 1 cup boiling water, stirring for about 2 minutes until fully dissolved. Repeat with the blue jello in a separate bowl. Let both cool to room temperature but not set.
  6. Using a fork or toothpick, poke holes all over the surface of the cooled cake about 1 inch apart.
  7. Pour the cooled red jello evenly over one half of the cake, letting it seep into the holes. Spread gently if needed.
  8. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to let the red jello absorb slightly.
  9. Pour the blue jello over the other half of the cake, keeping the colors distinct.
  10. Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the jello to fully set inside the cake.
  11. Spread a generous layer of Cool Whip evenly over the top of the set jello.
  12. Garnish with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and mint leaves if desired. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

Let the cake cool completely before poking holes to prevent jello from running off. Pour jello slowly and avoid stirring to keep the cake intact. Chill after each jello pour to maintain distinct colors. Use boiling water to dissolve jello fully. Cool Whip should be softened slightly before spreading for a smooth finish. For gluten-free, use a gluten-free yellow cake mix; for dairy-free, use dairy-free Cool Whip alternatives.

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Keywords: poke cake, jello poke cake, red white and blue dessert, summer dessert, patriotic cake, easy dessert, Cool Whip topping

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