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This Strawberry Shortcake Poke Cake is so delicious, you won't believe it's just a few simple pantry ingredients! Strawberry Shortcake is the perfect summer dessert.

Strawberry Shortcake Poke Cake

The best summer cake!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
chill time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 18 servings

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup water or milk
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 ounces powdered strawberry Jell-o mix
  • 21 ounce Strawberry Pie Filling
  • 8 ounces whipped cream
  • Fresh strawberries for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. Make the Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine: 1 box yellow cake mix, ½ cup melted butter (used in place of oil), 1 cup water, 3 eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract
  3. Mix with an electric mixer until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake according to package instructions (22-25 minutes).
  5. Once baked, let the cake cool slightly.
  6. Use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke about 50 holes, spacing them 1 inch apart and ¾ of the way down (without going through the bottom).
  7. In a small pot, boil 1 cup of water and dissolve 1 box strawberry Jell-O.
  8. Evenly pour the Jell-O mixture into the holes.
  9. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to allow the Jell-O to set.
  10. Spread 1 can strawberry fruit filling evenly over the cake.
  11. Top with a smooth, even layer of Cool Whip. Refrigerate for 1 more hour before serving.
  12. Slice into 12-16 squares and garnish with fresh strawberries.

Nutrition

Calories: 255kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 252mgPotassium: 44mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 283IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 87mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.
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