Berry Poke Cake
Berry Poke Cake is a colorful, refreshing dessert packed with flavor, balancing sweetness and tartness, and is easy to make, guaranteed to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
For the cake
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
For the gelatin and toppings
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) You can use any combination of berries.
- 1 cup berry-flavored gelatin (such as Jell-O)
- 1 cup whipped cream For topping.
- Fresh mint leaves For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven and prepare a baking dish according to the cake mix instructions.
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, and water. Mix until smooth and pour into the baking dish.
Baking
- Bake according to package directions until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes, then poke holes across the surface using a fork.
Gelatin Preparation
- Prepare the berry-flavored gelatin according to package instructions, then pour over the cake, allowing it to seep into the holes.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to set.
Serving
- Once set, top with whipped cream and decorate with mixed berries and mint leaves.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract to the cake batter. You can also experiment with various berries or use a store-bought cake if short on time. For a chocolate twist, use chocolate cake mix with raspberry or strawberry gelatin.