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Jell-O Poke Cake

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This is THE easiest cake in the world! It’s the one I turn too when I can’t think of something to make, because I always have these 3 ingredients on hand. This is a fun one for kids to help you make. Customize the taste by using any flavor Jell-o you like.

Ingredients

  • 1 box Yellow Or White Cake Mix
  • 1 box (Small) Jell-o, Any Flavor
  • 1 tub Cool Whip, Small

Preparation

Bake the cake per package directions.

Boil 2 cups of hot water and dissolve the Jell-o (we prefer Cherry or Strawberry).

While cake is still warm, poke holes all over with a fork.

Pour the still hot Jell-o over the cake, letting it soak into the holes.

Cool cake in fridge for a couple of hours so the Jell-o has time to cool. Top with one small tub of Cool Whip and serve. Keep leftovers refrigerated.

Your kids will thank you!

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mindada on 8.13.2009

Loved this! Followed instruction as written. Made it in a 9×13, used cherry jello.
Took to a MOMS Club playgroup. Big hit!

Next time I might get a little more aggresive with my “pokes”.

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emilyjean on 8.9.2009

We didn’t really care for this cake. We all really wanted to like it because it really came out beautifully, but I made it three nights ago and only a few pieces have been eaten. Personally, I liked it enough to eat it, but I probably won’t ever make it again.

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AMC on 7.27.2009

BTW, I always heard and have made it with 2 boxes of jello and still use only 2 cups water. It’s really good that way. I also like to put fresh strawberries on top if I have them on hand.

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tadacreations on 7.26.2009

Hahaha! Just now noticed this recipe is featured. I was thinking “Wow, people really like a poke cake, huh. Who knew?” Thanks for the feature Ree!

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tadacreations on 7.26.2009

Great ideas everyone! Now I need to try the Creamsicle, pudding layer and red and green Christmas ideas!

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