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Festive Red White and Blue Layered Jell-O Poke Cake

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A colorful and nostalgic layered Jell-O poke cake featuring red, white, and blue layers infused into a moist white cake, topped with whipped cream. Perfect for summer celebrations and holidays.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white cake mix (15.25 oz)
  • Ingredients called for on the cake mix box (usually eggs, oil, and water)
  • 1 small box strawberry Jell-O (3 oz) – fresh berries folded in optional
  • 1 small box blueberry Jell-O (3 oz)
  • 1 small box lemon or vanilla flavored Jell-O (3 oz)
  • 1 cup boiling water (for dissolving Jell-O)
  • 1 cup cold water (for Jell-O mixing)
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream (chilled)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: Fresh strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries for garnish
  • Optional: Almond or coconut milk in place of water
  • Optional: Non-dairy whipped topping for vegan option

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the white cake mix according to package instructions, combining cake mix with eggs, oil, and water.
  2. Pour batter into greased 9×13 inch pan and bake for 28-32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Let the cake cool completely, about 1 hour.
  4. Use a fork or toothpick to poke holes all over the cake about 1 inch apart, going all the way through but not breaking the cake apart.
  5. For each Jell-O flavor (strawberry, lemon/vanilla, blueberry), dissolve one 3 oz box in 1 cup boiling water, stirring until dissolved, then add 1 cup cold water and mix well.
  6. Pour strawberry Jell-O evenly over the poked cake, making sure it seeps into the holes. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  7. Gently pour lemon or vanilla Jell-O over the strawberry layer without disturbing it. Chill for another 20 minutes.
  8. Pour blueberry Jell-O over the white layer and refrigerate until fully set, about 2 hours or overnight.
  9. While Jell-O is setting, beat cold heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form (3-5 minutes).
  10. Spread whipped cream evenly over the chilled cake and garnish with fresh berries if desired.
  11. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Notes

Use a glass pan to see layers clearly. Chill between Jell-O layers for distinct colors. Use cold water when mixing Jell-O to slow setting. Whip cream to soft peaks to avoid grainy texture. Fresh berries folded into strawberry Jell-O add natural sweetness. Freezing not recommended. Store leftovers covered in refrigerator up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Jell-O poke cake, layered cake, red white and blue dessert, patriotic cake, summer dessert, easy poke cake, festive cake

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