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Easter Poke Cake

Easter Poke Cake: A Colorful Delight for Your Celebration

Easter Poke Cake is a colorful and easy-to-make dessert that captures the joy of the holiday with its vibrant Jell-O layers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Vanilla Cake Mix A convenient base that ensures a moist cake.
  • 1 cup Water Essential for hydrating the cake mix.
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil Adds moisture and ensures tenderness.
  • 3 large Eggs Provides structure and richness.
For the Jell-O
  • 1 box Jell-O (any flavor) Infuses the cake with vibrant color and flavor.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream (store-bought or homemade) Adds sweetness and a cloud-like finish.
  • 1 cup Fresh Fruit (optional) Enhances the dessert's visual appeal.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • wooden spoon or straw

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by greasing it lightly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine your vanilla cake mix with water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for approximately 30 minutes. Let cool for 10-15 minutes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, dissolve the Jell-O powder in 1 cup of boiling water, then add 1 cup of cold water.
  5. Once the cake has cooled, poke holes evenly across the surface with a wooden spoon handle or straw.
  6. Pour the prepared Jell-O over the poked cake, ensuring it seeps into all the holes.
  7. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight.
  8. Spread whipped cream over the top of the set Jell-O.
  9. Garnish with sliced fresh fruits and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the cake is completely cooled before pouring the Jell-O to maintain its beautiful layers. Experiment with different Jell-O flavors for variety.

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