Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Strawberry Shortcake Poke Cake that combines the lightness of white cake with the freshness of strawberries and cream. A perfect dessert for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
Cake:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) white cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
Strawberry Poke:
- 1 package (3 oz) strawberry gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
Strawberry Filling:
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Whipped Cream Topping:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish:
- Fresh strawberries, sliced
- Mint leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cake in the pan for 10-15 minutes.
- Make the Strawberry Poke: In a medium bowl, dissolve strawberry gelatin in boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved.
- While the cake is still warm, poke holes all over the cake using a wooden spoon handle or fork.
- Slowly and evenly pour the strawberry gelatin mixture over the cake, saturating all the holes.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Prepare the Strawberry Filling: Hull and slice the strawberries.
- Let the strawberries macerate for 15-20 minutes.
- Make the Whipped Cream Topping: Chill the mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for 15-20 minutes.
- Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the Cake: Remove the cake from the refrigerator and spread the strawberry filling evenly over the top.
- Garnish with fresh strawberry slices and mint leaves, if desired.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
In a large bowl, combine cake mix, water, oil, and eggs. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy (about 2 minutes).
Stir in cold water.
In a medium bowl, combine sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
In the chilled bowl, combine heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
Spread the whipped cream evenly over the strawberry filling.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Strawberry Shortcake Poke Cake, Strawberry Cake Recipe, Poke Cake Recipe
