Description

This Delightful Easter Poke Cake is a festive and colorful dessert perfect for spring celebrations. A moist vanilla cake is baked, then poked with holes to soak up a flavorful gelatin mixture. Topped with a creamy layer of whipped topping and garnished with shredded coconut and pastel sprinkles or mini candy eggs, this cake offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors that make it perfect for Easter or any cheerful occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

Cake:

1 box (15.25 oz) white cake mix (or your favorite vanilla cake mix)
3 large eggs
1 cup water
1/3 cup vegetable oil

Jell-O Filling:

1 (3 oz) box of Jell-O (pastel color/flavor like strawberry, lime, or orange)
1 cup boiling water
1 cup cold water

Topping and Garnish:

1 (8 oz) tub of Cool Whip or whipped topping
1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional, for garnish)
1/4 cup pastel sprinkles or mini candy eggs (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

Bake the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish. Prepare the cake mix according to the box instructions with eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Pour batter into the pan and bake 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes.
Prepare the Jell-O Filling: Dissolve the Jell-O mix in 1 cup boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved. Add 1 cup cold water and stir. Let the mixture cool slightly.
Poke the Cake: After the cake has cooled for 10 minutes, use a wooden spoon handle or fork to poke 20-30 holes all over the cake, deep enough to soak in Jell-O but not through the bottom.
Add the Jell-O Filling: Slowly pour the cooled Jell-O evenly over the cake, filling the holes. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours until the Jell-O is set.
Prepare the Topping: Spread a layer of Cool Whip or whipped topping over the set cake using a spatula, smoothing evenly.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle shredded coconut to create a grass-like effect and top with pastel sprinkles or mini candy eggs for a festive touch. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

Ensure the cake is still warm but not hot before poking holes to avoid breaking the cake.
Use flavored gelatins that complement the cake flavor for best results.
Refrigerate the cake properly to allow the gelatin to set firmly.
Optional garnishes can be adjusted to suit your preference or occasion.
This cake is best enjoyed within 2-3 days of preparation for optimal freshness.