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Fluffy Red White and Blue Poke Cake Recipe Easy Patriotic Dessert

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A light and airy poke cake with patriotic red and blue jello flavors soaked into a fluffy white cake, topped with Cool Whip for a soft, creamy finish. Perfect for summer holidays and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (about 15.25 oz) white cake mix (preferably Duncan Hines)
  • 1 cup water (240 ml)
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil (80 ml)
  • 3 egg whites, room temperature
  • 1 package (3 oz) red jello mix (strawberry or cherry)
  • 1 package (3 oz) blue jello mix (blue raspberry)
  • 1 cup boiling water (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup cold water (120 ml)
  • 1 tub (16 oz) Cool Whip, thawed (or homemade whipped cream as substitute)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine white cake mix, 1 cup water, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, and 3 egg whites. Beat with electric mixer or whisk until smooth and well combined, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. Remove cake from oven and let cool for about 10 minutes. Using a fork or skewer, poke holes about 1 inch apart all over the cake surface.
  5. In two separate bowls, dissolve each jello package in 1/2 cup boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved. Add 1/4 cup cold water to each and stir. Let jello cool to room temperature.
  6. Alternate spooning or drizzling the red and blue jello mixtures over the poke holes, covering all holes evenly.
  7. Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow jello to set.
  8. Once chilled, spread thawed Cool Whip evenly over the top with a spatula. Optionally decorate with fresh berries or sprinkles.
  9. Slice and serve chilled. Best eaten within 2 days; store covered in refrigerator up to 4 days.

Notes

Cool jello mixtures before pouring to avoid melting the cake. Poke holes evenly about 1 inch apart for best jello distribution. Chill cake at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor and texture. Using only egg whites keeps cake light. Cool Whip topping adds light sweetness and stability compared to whipped cream.

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

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