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Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake

Make a delicious strawberry crunch poke cake with moist layers, fruity Jell-O, and a crunchy topping. Perfect for gatherings and parties
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This Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake is a delicious and nostalgic dessert inspired by classic strawberry shortcake ice cream bars! A moist cake base infused with strawberry flavor, topped with a creamy whipped layer and a crunchy golden Oreo-strawberry topping. Perfect for summer gatherings, birthdays, or any sweet occasion! 🍓🎂

Ingredients

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For the Cake Base:

  • 1 box white or vanilla cake mix (prepared according to package instructions)

For the Strawberry Poke Filling:

  • 1 box Strawberry Jell-O
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • ½ cup cold water

For the Whipped Topping:

  • 8 oz Cool Whip or whipped topping
  • ½ cup heavy cream or milk

For the Strawberry Crunch Topping:

  • 20 Golden Oreos (crushed)
  • 2 tablespoons strawberry gelatin powder
  • ¼ cup melted butter

For Garnish (Optional):

  • Fresh strawberries
  • Drizzle of strawberry sauce

Instructions

  • Prepare the Cake Base:

    • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
    • Prepare the cake mix according to the package instructions and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
    • Let the cake cool for 15 minutes before proceeding.

  • Create the Strawberry Poke Filling:

    • In a medium bowl, dissolve the Strawberry Jell-O in 1 cup of boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved.
    • Add ½ cup cold water and mix well.
    • Using a fork or skewer, poke holes evenly across the entire cake (about 1 inch apart).
    • Slowly pour the Jell-O mixture over the cake, ensuring it seeps into all the holes.
    • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the Jell-O to set.

  • Make the Strawberry Crunch Topping:

    • Crush Golden Oreos into coarse crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a plastic bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
    • In a bowl, mix the crushed Oreos with strawberry gelatin powder and melted butter until evenly coated.

  • Assemble the Cake:

    • Once the cake has chilled, spread Cool Whip evenly over the top.
    • Sprinkle the strawberry crunch topping generously over the whipped layer.

  • Chill and Serve:

    • Refrigerate for an additional hour before serving.
    • Garnish with fresh strawberries or a drizzle of strawberry sauce for an extra touch

Notes

  • For extra strawberry flavor, use fresh mashed strawberries in the Jell-O mixture.
  • For a crunchier topping, toast the Oreo-strawberry mixture in the oven at 300°F for 5-7 minutes before adding it to the cake.
  • To make it gluten-free, use a gluten-free cake mix and cookies.

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