Name: Strawberry Poke Cake Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 4 h 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 strawberry cake mix, with eggs and vegetable oil as required on package; 2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry Jello; 1 cup boiling water; 8 ounces Cool Whip; 20 golden Oreo cookies; 1/4 cup butter, melted; 20 fresh strawberries

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Introduction

Strawberry Poke Cake is a delightful and easy-to-make dessert perfect for any occasion. Its moist strawberry cake base soaked with jello, topped with creamy cool whip and a crunchy strawberry crumble, creates a delicious blend of textures and flavors.

A square slice of pink sponge cake sits on a white plate with circular ridges, featuring three main layers: the bottom layer is moist and pink, the middle thin layer of red syrup soaking into the cake, and the top layer of white whipped cream with some red crumbs mixed in. The surface of the cake is covered with a crumbly topping made of pink and light beige crumbs, and two halves of a fresh bright red strawberry with green leaves rest on top. Crumbs from the cake are scattered around the plate, and in the background, the edge of a glass baking dish with more cake can be seen on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 strawberry cake mix, plus eggs and vegetable oil as required (prepare according to package instructions)
2 (3 ounce) packages of strawberry jello
1 cup boiling water
8 ounces cool whip
20 golden Oreo cookies
1/4 cup butter, melted
20 fresh strawberries

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the cake mix as directed on the package and bake it in a 9×13 inch cake pan.
Step 2: Immediately after removing the cake from the oven, poke holes all over the top using a skewer or the back end of a wooden spoon.
Step 3: Dissolve one package of strawberry jello in 1 cup boiling water by stirring until fully dissolved. Spoon the jello evenly over the warm cake.
Step 4: Refrigerate the cake for at least four hours or overnight to allow the jello to set.
Step 5: Place the golden Oreo cookies in a ziplock bag and crush them thoroughly with a rolling pin until fine crumbs form.
Step 6: Transfer the cookie crumbs to a medium bowl and stir in the second package of strawberry jello and the melted butter until well combined into a crumble mixture.
Step 7: Spread the cool whip evenly over the chilled cake.
Step 8: Sprinkle the strawberry crumble mixture over the cool whip layer, then top with fresh strawberries. Serve and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, chill the crushed cookie crumble before sprinkling it on the cake to keep it crisp.
You can substitute golden Oreos with regular Oreos or graham crackers for a different crumble texture.
Try adding sliced fresh strawberries inside the cake layers before baking for a juicier dessert.

Storage

Store the cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness. The cake is best served cold. If needed, you can let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving to soften the cool whip slightly.

How to Serve

A dessert is shown in a clear glass square dish with three visible layers: the bottom layer is creamy white, the middle is a crumbly light beige crust, and the top layer is a bright red crushed crumb topping. On top of this crumb layer, there are fresh strawberry halves arranged in rows, each strawberry showing the red outer side and white inner flesh with green leaves still attached. The dish sits on a white marbled surface with part of a blue and white striped cloth to the side and a fork nearby. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different flavor of jello?

Yes, you can experiment with other fruit flavors like raspberry or cherry, but keep in mind it will change the overall taste of the cake.

Can this cake be made ahead of time?

Absolutely! In fact, allowing it to chill overnight enhances the flavors and helps the jello fully set, making it easier to slice and serve.