Description

This Jello Poke Cake is a nostalgic and colorful dessert made with soft vanilla cake, sweet raspberry or strawberry Jello, and topped with fluffy whipped cream and fresh berries. It’s a moist, cheerful, and easy-to-make treat that’s perfect for summer parties, holidays, or everyday celebrations. Keywords: jello poke cake, easy poke cake, retro dessert, whipped cream cake, berry poke cake, jello cake with Cool Whip.

Ingredients

1 box vanilla or white cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
1 (3 oz) box raspberry or strawberry Jello
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup cold water
1 container whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
1 cup fresh raspberries (or strawberries)
Optional: blueberries for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare and bake the cake according to box directions in a 9×13-inch pan. Let it cool for 15 minutes.
While the cake is still slightly warm, use a fork or straw to poke holes all over the top.
In a bowl, dissolve the Jello powder in 1 cup boiling water. Stir well, then add 1/2 cup cold water.
Pour the liquid Jello mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
Cover and refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
Spread whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake.
Garnish with fresh raspberries and optional blueberries.

Slice and serve cold.

Notes

Swap in different Jello flavors and fruit combos (e.g., lime with kiwi, orange with mandarin).
Add sprinkles or edible glitter for festive occasions.
Keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.