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Judy John

Strawberry Poke Cake from Box Recipe

This strawberry poke cake from a box delivers ultra-moist texture, bold flavor, and simple preparation, making it a perfect dessert for gatherings and everyday treats.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Base
  • 1 box strawberry cake mix
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
Filling
  • 1 cup strawberry gelatin prepared
Topping
  • 1 cup whipped topping
  • 1/2 cup fresh strawberries sliced

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Measuring Cups
  • Spatula
  • Baking Dish
  • Oven
  • Cooling Rack
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a baking dish. Mix cake ingredients until smooth.
  2. Pour batter into dish and bake until set. Let cake cool slightly before poking.
  3. Use a wooden spoon handle to poke holes evenly across the cake surface.
  4. Pour prepared strawberry gelatin over cake, allowing it to soak into holes.
  5. Cool completely, then spread whipped topping and add fresh strawberries before serving.

Notes

For softer texture, add extra liquid filling. For firmer cake, reduce soak slightly. Chill before serving for best structure. Add cream cheese topping or flavors for variation. Store covered in refrigerator up to three days.