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Fluffy Red White and Blue Poke Cake Recipe with Easy Cool Whip Topping

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A festive and easy-to-make poke cake featuring white cake soaked with strawberry and blue raspberry gelatin, topped with fluffy Cool Whip and fresh berries. Perfect for summer holidays and quick celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white cake mix (about 15.25 oz / 432 g)
  • Ingredients called for on the cake mix box (usually eggs, oil, and water)
  • 1 package (3 oz / 85 g) strawberry-flavored gelatin
  • 1 package (3 oz / 85 g) blue raspberry gelatin
  • 2 cups (480 ml) boiling water, divided evenly
  • 2 cups (480 ml) Cool Whip or any whipped topping
  • Fresh blueberries and sliced strawberries for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9×13-inch pan lightly or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the cake batter according to the white cake mix box instructions, combining the mix with eggs, oil, and water. Mix until smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Pour batter into the pan and spread evenly. Bake for 28-32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. Cool the cake completely on a cooling rack for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Dissolve each gelatin packet separately in 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved and let cool slightly.
  6. Poke holes about 1 inch apart all over the cooled cake using a wooden skewer or fork.
  7. Pour half of the strawberry gelatin over one side of the cake and half of the blue raspberry gelatin over the other side. Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
  8. Spread the Cool Whip evenly over the chilled cake. Garnish with fresh strawberries and blueberries if desired. Chill for another 30 minutes.
  9. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

Ensure the cake is completely cooled before pouring gelatin to prevent melting and sogginess. Use a wooden skewer for uniform holes. If gelatin sets before pouring, warm gently in microwave for 10-15 seconds. Spread Cool Whip gently to keep it airy. Cake can be made a day ahead for better flavor melding.

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Keywords: poke cake, red white and blue cake, patriotic dessert, easy summer dessert, Cool Whip cake, gelatin cake, 4th of July dessert

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