Description
Delightful easter poke cake brings springtime flavors to dessert tables with creamy layers of pastel sweetness. Festive and easy to prepare, this dessert will charm guests with its simple yet elegant presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (3 oz) gelatin powder (any color)
- 1 cup water (or milk for richness)
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping
- 1/4 cup sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish with a light grease coating.
- Combine cake mix ingredients in a large mixing bowl, blending until the mixture achieves a smooth, consistent texture.
- Transfer the cake batter into the prepared baking dish, ensuring even distribution.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for approximately 10-15 minutes after removing from the oven.
- Using a fork, create systematic rows of holes across the entire cake surface, ensuring deep and evenly spaced punctures.
- Prepare gelatin by dissolving powder completely in boiling water, creating a vibrant liquid mixture.
- Carefully pour the gelatin over the cake, allowing it to seep into the poked holes, distributing evenly across the surface.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to set the gelatin and allow flavors to absorb.
- Once chilled, spread a generous layer of whipped topping across the entire cake surface.
- Sprinkle colorful Easter-themed decorative sprinkles over the whipped topping for a festive finish.
- Return to refrigerator until ready to serve, keeping the cake chilled for optimal texture and taste.
Notes
- Experiment with different cake mix flavors like lemon or funfetti for a unique twist on the classic recipe.
- Use pastel-colored gelatin to enhance the Easter theme and create a festive, springtime look.
- For a lighter version, substitute low-fat cake mix and sugar-free gelatin to reduce calories without compromising taste.
- Create a gluten-free option by using a gluten-free cake mix and checking that all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 244 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2.5 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg