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Easter Poke Cake: A Fun and Colorful Spring Treat!

Easter Poke Cake is a colorful and delightful dessert that brings joy and celebration to your spring festivities.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Cake mix yellow or white works beautifully
  • 3 large Eggs or flax eggs for a vegan option
  • 1 cup Water or milk for richer flavor
  • 1/2 cup Oil vegetable or canola, or melted coconut oil
For the Jello
  • 1 package Flavored gelatin any fruity choice
  • 1 cup Boiling water
For the Frosting
  • 1 container Whipped topping store-bought or homemade
  • a few drops Food coloring to match festive theme
  • to taste Sprinkles seasonal shapes
For Toppings (Optional)
  • 1 cup Fresh fruit strawberries or blueberries
  • 1/4 cup Chocolate shavings dark chocolate pairs beautifully

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine your favorite cake mix, eggs, water, and oil. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until the batter is smooth and fluffy. Pour into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
  2. Once baked, cool the cake in the pan for about 15 minutes. Poke holes all over the cake with the handle of a wooden spoon or a fork, approximately 1 inch apart.
  3. Dissolve the flavored gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved (about 2 minutes). Let it cool slightly for 10 minutes, then pour evenly over the warm poked cake.
  4. Cover the cake lightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until the jello is set.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix your whipped topping with food coloring to create the desired hue. Spread over the top of the set cake.
  6. Decorate with sprinkles or fresh fruit. Enjoy making it uniquely yours!
  7. Slice into squares and serve chilled, delighting guests with the vibrant colors and flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the cake is fully cooked, cool it before poking, and refrigerate adequately before serving.

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