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Red White & Blue Poke Cake for Perfect Patriotic Dessert

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Red White & Blue Poke Cake is a moist and colorful dessert made with a fluffy vanilla cake infused with red and blue gelatin, topped with whipped cream and fresh berries for a festive patriotic treat.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12–15 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white or vanilla cake mix
  • Eggs, oil, and water as required by cake mix
  • 1 box strawberry or cherry gelatin
  • 1 box blue raspberry or berry gelatin
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 2 cups whipped topping
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup strawberries, sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1/3 cup patriotic sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare cake mix according to package instructions.
  2. Pour batter into greased 9×13-inch pan and bake for 25–30 minutes.
  3. Let cake cool slightly, then poke holes evenly across the surface.
  4. Dissolve red and blue gelatin separately in boiling water.
  5. Pour gelatin into alternating holes.
  6. Refrigerate for 2–4 hours until set.
  7. Spread whipped topping evenly over cake.
  8. Decorate with strawberries, blueberries, and sprinkles.
  9. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

  • Let cake cool slightly before adding gelatin.
  • Use evenly spaced holes for best results.
  • Pour gelatin slowly to avoid sogginess.
  • Chill thoroughly before serving.
  • Use fresh fruit for best flavor.
  • Store in refrigerator up to 4 days.
  • Avoid freezing for best texture.
  • Use sugar-free gelatin for lighter option.
  • Try cream cheese frosting for variation.
  • Serve cold for best taste.

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