Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake

Ingredients

  • 1 box white cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
  • 1 package (3 oz) strawberry gelatin (Jell-O)
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • ½ cup cold water
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
  • 1 cup crushed Golden Oreos
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed

Instructions

  1. Bake the Cake: Prepare the white cake mix according to the package instructions. Bake in a 9×13-inch pan. Let cool for 10 minutes.
  2. Poke the Cake: Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the cake.
  3. Prepare the Jell-O: In a bowl, dissolve strawberry gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir in ½ cup cold water. Pour the mixture evenly over the cake, filling the holes. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  4. Make the Frosting: Beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped topping. Spread evenly over the chilled cake.
  5. Prepare the Crunch Topping: In a bowl, mix crushed Golden Oreos, melted butter, and crushed freeze-dried strawberries. Sprinkle evenly over the frosting.
  6. Serve: Slice and enjoy! Keep refrigerated until serving.

Would you like to add any variations, such as using different cookies for the topping? 😊

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