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Delicious Red White and Blue Poke Cake

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A quick and easy patriotic dessert featuring a moist white cake infused with cherry and blueberry Jell-O pockets, topped with creamy whipped topping. Perfect for Fourth of July and other summer celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white cake mix (about 15.25 oz / 432 g)
  • 1 cup water (240 ml)
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil (80 ml)
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 small box cherry Jell-O (3 oz / 85 g)
  • 1 small box blueberry Jell-O (3 oz / 85 g) or grape as substitute
  • 2 cups boiling water (480 ml), divided
  • 8 oz whipped topping (226 g), chilled (store-bought or homemade)
  • Optional: fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) for garnish
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine white cake mix, 1 cup water, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, and 3 large eggs. Whisk or beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth and lump-free.
  3. Pour batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cake cool for 10 minutes.
  5. In two separate bowls, dissolve each Jell-O packet in 1 cup boiling water. Stir for 2 minutes until completely dissolved. Let cool slightly but not set.
  6. Using a wooden spoon handle or skewer, poke holes about 1 inch apart all over the cake.
  7. Pour cherry Jell-O evenly over one half of the cake, then pour blueberry Jell-O over the other half.
  8. Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to let flavors meld and Jell-O set.
  9. Before serving, spread whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake.
  10. Garnish with fresh berries if desired, slice into squares, and serve chilled.

Notes

Let the cake cool slightly before poking holes to prevent crumbling. Cool Jell-O before pouring to avoid melting the whipped topping. Overnight refrigeration is ideal for best flavor and texture. Use dairy-free or gluten-free substitutes as needed.

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Keywords: poke cake, patriotic dessert, Fourth of July, red white and blue cake, Jell-O cake, easy dessert, summer dessert

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