Description
This Raspberry Jello Poke Cake is a delightful, moist white cake infused with vibrant raspberry jello that seeps into every bite. Topped with fluffy Cool Whip and fresh raspberries, it offers a perfect balance of fruity sweetness and light creaminess, making it an ideal dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 1 box white cake mix (plus ingredients called for on the box)
Jello Mixture
- 3.3 oz box raspberry jello
- 1 cup boiling water
- 3/4 cup cold water
Topping
- 8 oz container of Cool Whip (thawed)
- Fresh raspberries (for garnish)
- Sprinkles (optional topping)
Instructions
- Prepare and bake the cake: Follow the directions on the white cake mix box to mix and bake the cake in a 9×13-inch pan. Bake it as instructed, then allow it to cool slightly.
- Make the raspberry jello mixture: In a bowl, whisk the raspberry jello powder into 1 cup of boiling water thoroughly for about 2 minutes until completely dissolved. Then stir in 3/4 cup cold water to cool the mixture.
- Poke holes in the cake: Using a skewer, fork, or wooden spoon handle, poke holes evenly all over the surface of the warm cake, allowing the jello to soak in.
- Fill the holes with jello: Spoon the prepared raspberry jello mixture into each hole using a measuring spoon. The jello will spread throughout the cake as you add it.
- Refrigerate the cake: Place the cake in the refrigerator and chill it for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the jello to set and infuse the cake.
- Add the topping: Once chilled, spread the thawed Cool Whip evenly over the cake’s top layer. Garnish with fresh raspberries and sprinkles if desired for a festive touch.
Notes
- For best results, use a 9×13-inch pan as specified.
- Ensure the cake is slightly warm when poking holes to allow the jello to soak deeper.
- Letting the cake chill overnight intensifies the raspberry flavor.
- If fresh raspberries are unavailable, frozen ones can be used – just thaw before garnishing.
- Optional sprinkles add a fun decorative element but can be omitted for a simpler presentation.
