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Red, White, & Blue Poke Cake Recipe

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This vibrant Red, White, & Blue Poke Cake is a festive dessert featuring a moist white cake with alternating red and blue jello-filled pockets. Topped with a sweet whipped topping and colorful sprinkles, it’s perfect for patriotic celebrations or anytime you want a fun, colorful treat.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 1 white cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box: 1 cup water, ½ cup oil, 3 eggs)

Jello Filling

  • 1 (3 oz) package red jello
  • 1 (3 oz) package blue jello
  • 2 cups boiling water (divided)
  • 1 cup cold water (divided)

Topping

  • 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (thawed)
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • Sprinkles, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bake the Cake: Prepare the white cake mix according to the package instructions using 1 cup water, ½ cup oil, and 3 eggs. Bake as directed and allow the cake to cool completely for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Poke Holes in the Cake: Use the rounded end of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake. The holes should be about ½ to ¾ the depth of the cake, ensuring you don’t go all the way through.
  3. Dissolve Red Jello: In a small bowl or large measuring cup, dissolve the red jello powder in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved, then mix in ½ cup of cold water.
  4. Dissolve Blue Jello: In a separate bowl or measuring cup, dissolve blue jello in 1 cup boiling water, stirring until dissolved. Add ½ cup cold water and stir.
  5. Fill the Holes with Jello: Carefully pour the red and blue jello into alternating holes in the cake to create a red, white, and blue pattern. Avoid mixing the colors to preserve vibrant pockets of jello.
  6. Refrigerate the Cake: Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the jello to set firmly within the cake.
  7. Prepare Whipped Topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together the thawed whipped topping and powdered sugar until smooth and slightly firm.
  8. Top the Cake: Spread the sweetened whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake, then decorate with sprinkles for a festive finish.

Notes

  • Make sure the cake is fully cooled before poking holes to avoid crumbling.
  • Use the end of a wooden spoon or a similar tool for even-sized holes.
  • Pour jello carefully to keep colors distinct and avoid blending.
  • The cake can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours after assembling.
  • For a lower sugar version, consider using sugar-free jello and whipped topping.

Keywords: Red White and Blue Poke Cake, patriotic cake, jello poke cake, festive dessert, holiday cake

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