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Easy Patriotic Jello Poke Cake Recipe with Fresh Berry Topping for Summer Celebration

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A simple, colorful, and festive poke cake featuring a moist vanilla cake infused with red berry jello and topped with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. Perfect for summer celebrations like the 4th of July.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white or yellow cake mix (about 15.25 oz / 432 g), plus ingredients needed to prepare it (usually eggs, oil, water)
  • 1 (3 oz / 85 g) box red berry-flavored gelatin (like strawberry or cherry)
  • 1 cup boiling water (240 ml)
  • 1 cup cold water (240 ml)
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (about 150 g)
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries (about 150 g)
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries (about 125 g)
  • Optional: 1-2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (240 ml), chilled
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Prepare the cake batter according to box instructions (usually combining cake mix with eggs, oil, and water). Pour batter evenly into the pan.
  3. Bake for 28-32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cake cool completely in the pan (30-45 minutes).
  4. Once cooled, poke holes all over the cake surface about 1 inch apart using a toothpick, fork, or wooden spoon handle.
  5. Dissolve the gelatin in 1 cup boiling water, stir until completely dissolved. Add 1 cup cold water and mix well. Let cool slightly but not set.
  6. Pour the jello mixture evenly over the poked cake. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until jello is fully set.
  7. In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form (3-5 minutes). Spread whipped cream evenly over the set jello layer.
  8. Arrange sliced strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries on top of the whipped cream in a patriotic pattern. Dust lightly with powdered sugar if desired.
  9. Keep refrigerated until serving. Cut into squares and enjoy.

Notes

Let the cake cool completely before poking holes to avoid a soggy mess. Use a toothpick for smaller, more consistent holes. If jello sets too quickly, warm gently in microwave to keep pourable. Whip cream to soft peaks to keep topping light and fluffy. Store leftovers covered in refrigerator up to 3 days. Best served chilled about 10-15 minutes after removal from fridge.

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Keywords: poke cake, jello poke cake, patriotic dessert, summer dessert, berry topping, 4th of July dessert, easy cake recipe

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