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Strawberry Poke Cake Recipe

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This Strawberry Poke Cake is a delightful, fruit-infused dessert featuring a moist strawberry cake soaked in strawberry gelatin, topped with a creamy layer of Cool Whip and a crunchy strawberry-flavored Oreo crumble, finished with fresh strawberries for a burst of freshness.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 1 strawberry cake mix, with eggs and vegetable oil as required on package

Gelatin

  • 2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry Jello
  • 1 cup boiling water

Toppings

  • 8 ounces Cool Whip
  • 20 golden Oreo cookies
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 20 fresh strawberries

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake: Follow the package instructions to prepare the strawberry cake mix, including eggs and vegetable oil. Pour the batter into a 9×13-inch cake pan and bake as directed.
  2. Poke Holes in Cake: Immediately after removing the cake from the oven, use a skewer or the back end of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the surface of the warm cake to allow the gelatin to seep in.
  3. Prepare Strawberry Jello and Pour: Dissolve one package of strawberry Jello in 1 cup boiling water, stirring well until fully dissolved. Spoon the hot gelatin mixture evenly over the warm cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes. Refrigerate the cake for at least four hours or overnight to let the gelatin fully set.
  4. Make Strawberry Crumble: Place the golden Oreo cookies in a ziplock bag and crush them finely using a rolling pin, avoiding large chunks. In a medium bowl, combine the crushed cookies with the second package of strawberry Jello and melted butter. Mix lightly until fully incorporated into a crumble.
  5. Top the Cake: Remove the chilled cake from the refrigerator and spread an even layer of Cool Whip over the gelatin layer.
  6. Add Crumble and Fresh Strawberries: Sprinkle the strawberry crumble evenly over the Cool Whip layer. Arrange fresh strawberries on top to garnish. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

  • Ensure the cake is warm when poking holes to help the gelatin soak better.
  • The cake must be refrigerated long enough for the gelatin to set fully for best texture.
  • Crushing the Oreos finely helps create a better crumble texture.
  • Fresh strawberries add freshness and visual appeal but can be substituted with other berries.
  • This dessert is best served chilled.

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