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Perfect Red White and Blue Poke Cake Recipe with Easy Whipped Cream Topping

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A festive and moist poke cake infused with strawberry gelatin, topped with light whipped cream and fresh berries, perfect for summer celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 package (3 oz) strawberry gelatin (Jell-O)
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries, washed and dried
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine yellow cake mix, 1 cup water, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, and 3 eggs. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
  3. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. While cake bakes, dissolve strawberry gelatin in 1 cup boiling water. Stir until dissolved and let cool slightly but not set.
  5. When cake is warm, poke holes about 1 inch apart all over the surface using a toothpick or skewer.
  6. Slowly pour the cooled gelatin over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes. Let cake cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  7. Chill mixing bowl and beaters for 15 minutes. Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
  8. Spread whipped cream evenly over the chilled cake.
  9. Decorate the top with sliced strawberries and whole blueberries in a red, white, and blue pattern.
  10. Keep refrigerated until serving.

Notes

Chill the cake for at least 2 hours to allow gelatin to set properly. Use room temperature eggs for better batter mixing. Whip cream until soft peaks form to avoid grainy texture. Frozen berries can be used if thawed and drained well. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with chilled canned coconut milk and use gluten-free cake mix for gluten-free option.

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