Description
The Red, White, & Blue Poke Cake is a show-stopping dessert perfect for summer celebrations and patriotic holidays like the 4th of July. This vibrant cake features layers of moist white cake infused with colorful jello, topped generously with whipped cream and festive sprinkles. It’s not only visually appealing but also incredibly delicious, making it an ideal centerpiece for barbecues, picnics, and family gatherings. With its easy preparation and customizable flavor options, this delightful treat is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite at any summer event.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box white cake mix (plus ingredients to prepare)
- 3 ounces cherry jello
- 3 ounces blue jello
- 1 cup boiling water (divided)
- 8 ounces whipped topping (Cool Whip)
- Red, white, and blue sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the white cake mix as directed on the box and pour into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In separate bowls, dissolve half of the cherry jello in ½ cup boiling water and do the same with the blue jello.
- Once baked and slightly cooled, poke holes across the top of the cake using a wooden spoon.
- Pour cherry jello into some holes and blue jello into others without mixing colors.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes or overnight. Top with whipped topping and sprinkles before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg