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Flavorful Red White and Blue Poke Cake Recipe Easy Patriotic Dessert

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A light, creamy, and colorful poke cake perfect for patriotic celebrations, made with white cake mix, red and blue gelatin, and topped with Cool Whip.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white cake mix (about 15.25 oz or 432 g)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 packet (3 oz or 85 g) red gelatin mix (strawberry or cherry)
  • 1 packet (3 oz or 85 g) blue gelatin mix (blueberry or berry blue; grape as substitute)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) cold water for each gelatin packet
  • 1 tub (8 oz or 227 g) Cool Whip or whipped topping, thawed
  • Optional: fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine white cake mix, 1 cup water, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, and 3 eggs. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
  3. Pour batter evenly into the prepared pan and tap gently to release air bubbles.
  4. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes.
  5. While still warm, poke holes about 1 inch apart all over the cake using a toothpick or fork.
  6. Dissolve red gelatin packet in 1 cup boiling water, stir until dissolved, then add 1/2 cup cold water. Let cool slightly but not set.
  7. Pour red gelatin evenly over one half of the cake, filling the holes.
  8. Dissolve blue gelatin packet in 1 cup boiling water, stir until dissolved, then add 1/2 cup cold water. Let cool slightly but not set.
  9. Pour blue gelatin evenly over the other half of the cake, filling the holes.
  10. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  11. Before serving, spread Cool Whip evenly over the top of the cake.
  12. Optionally, garnish with fresh berries for a patriotic touch.

Notes

Poke holes about 1 inch apart to allow gelatin to seep properly. Pour gelatin while cake is warm but not hot to avoid melting gelatin. Chill overnight for best flavor and texture. Cool Whip topping holds better than homemade whipped cream in fridge. Use gluten-free cake mix and dairy-free topping for allergy-friendly version.

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Keywords: poke cake, patriotic dessert, red white and blue cake, Fourth of July dessert, easy summer dessert, gelatin poke cake, Cool Whip cake

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