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Easter Poke Cake

Easter Poke Cake: A Festive Treat to Brighten Your Table

Celebrate spring with this colorful Easter Poke Cake, a delightful dessert that’s easy to make and sure to impress your guests.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box white cake mix can use gluten-free mix
  • 3 large eggs or flax egg for vegan
  • 1 cup water can use flavored liquids like juice
  • 1/2 cup oil or applesauce for lighter version
For the Gelatin
  • 1 box strawberry gelatin can try other flavors
For the Topping
  • 1 container whipped topping or homemade whipped cream
For Festive Decorations
  • festive toppings (sprinkles, marshmallows, chocolate eggs) customize based on theme

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer or whisk
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Fork or skewer
  • medium mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easter Poke Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine the white cake mix, eggs, water, and oil in a mixing bowl. Blend until smooth and lump-free, about 2 minutes. Pour into a greased baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Poke holes all over the top using a fork or skewer, ensuring they are deep enough for the gelatin.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of boiling water with the strawberry gelatin powder, stirring until dissolved. Then add ½ cup of cold water and mix again. Let it cool slightly.
  4. Pour the cooled gelatin mixture over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  5. Spread the whipped topping over the set gelatin layer, smoothing it out evenly.
  6. Add festive toppings like sprinkles, marshmallows, or chocolate eggs. Slice and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 18gCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure holes in the cake are deep enough for gelatin to absorb without reaching the bottom. Wrap leftovers tightly to keep fresh.

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