The 4th of July is one of my absolute favorite holidays as far as cooking goes. I will be the first to offer to bring appetizers and desserts to any gathering! I always make some variation of a red, white and blue cake that is light and refreshing. Strawberry poke cake has been requested in my house by my kids for their birthdays this year, so I figured that would be an easy winner for our mmmmmmmmsummer celebrations. This simple cake is light and delicious, using white boxed cake mix and just a few other ingredients!
For this recipe you will need:
- 1 box of white cake mix (plus the ingredients on the box) I just used the store brand and added 1 extra egg white (optional) to get the texture I like
- 1 box of strawberry jello mix
- 1 8oz tub of Cool Whip
- Berries of choice, I used about 2 cups of fresh sliced strawberries and 3/4 cup fresh blueberries
And thats it!
To start, preheat your oven to 350 or according to your cake box. Mix your ingredients according to the box. I used one extra egg white which you can feel free to do to give your cake a fluffier texture.
Next, you’re going to select your pan size. I chose two 9 inch round pans but you could use a cake pan if you prefer and just make a one layer cake, either way will taste great. Lightly grease and flour your pan before adding your cake mix, then bake according to the box for your pan size.
While your cakes are baking, mix your jello packet per the instructions and set aside, do not refrigerate.
Let your cakes slightly cool and then remove them from the pans onto a cooling rack (only if using rounds, if using a cake pan just prepare in the pan). Once cooled, begin to poke holes in your cakes using the end of a spatula. Now you’re going to pour your jello liquid on to the cakes. I only used about half of the packet for mine.
Refrigerate for an hour, then assemble your cakes by adding a layer of Cool Whip and berries. Add the second cake (if using rounds) and repeat. Keep refrigerated.
Enjoy!
