We salute the humble Jell-O poke cake, that colorful, nostalgic treat born in the 70s.
Its simple to make and looks festive.
We upgraded the usualwhipped creamto a confection made withcream cheese, powdered sugar, and heavy cream.
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Serve the cake chilled and with fresh fruit for a sweet ending to any occasion.
Here, we’ll show you how to make poke cake step-by-step.
Once you’ve mastered the basics, any flavor combination is possible.
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What Is a Poke Cake?
Then a liquid is poured over the baked cake to soak into the cake holes.
Coat a 913-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
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Bake as directed until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
While cake is still warm, in a small saucepan bring the 1 cup water to boiling.
Stir in gelatin mix until dissolved.
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Stir in ice cubes until melted.
Transfer gelatin mixture into a glass measuring cup and pour over top of the cake.
Chill until completely cool and gelatin is set, at least 1 hour or overnight.
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Beat in vanilla until combined, stopping before cream forms stiff peaks (peaks stand straight).
Spread frosting over cake.
Serve with blueberries and/ or strawberries.
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
