Description
Patriotic Poke Cake is a fun and festive dessert featuring a soft white or yellow cake infused with red and blue gelatin for a colorful surprise in every bite. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and festive sprinkles or fruit, it’s perfect for Fourth of July or Memorial Day celebrations.
Ingredients
1 box white or yellow cake mix
1 packet red gelatin (cherry or strawberry)
1 packet blue gelatin
2 cups boiling water (1 cup per gelatin)
1 container whipped topping
Red, white, and blue sprinkles or fruit
Instructions
1. Bake cake according to package directions in a 9×13” pan. Let cool.
2. Poke holes across cooled cake with the back of a spoon.
3. Prepare each gelatin with 1 cup boiling water. Pour red and blue into alternate holes.
4. Chill cake for 2+ hours.
5. Top with whipped cream and decorate before serving.
Notes
For added flair, layer the top with sliced strawberries and blueberries instead of sprinkles.
You can use sugar-free gelatin for a lighter version.
Make sure the cake is completely cool before adding gelatin for best absorption.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American