Christmas Jello Poke Cake
This easy and festive Christmas Jello Poke Cake combines a soft, fluffy white cake with vibrant layers of strawberry and lime Jello for a show-stopping holiday dessert. Topped with whipped cream and festive sprinkles, it’s light, colorful, and irresistibly moist — a make-ahead crowd-pleaser perfect for any holiday celebration.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 2 hrs 50 mins
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert, Holiday
- Method: Baked and Chilled
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 box white cake mix (plus eggs, water, and oil as directed on box)
3 large eggs
1 cup water
⅓ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
½ (3-ounce) box strawberry Jello gelatin
½ (3-ounce) box lime Jello gelatin
1 cup boiling water (divided)
1 (8-ounce) tub Cool Whip whipped topping, thawed
Holiday sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, mix white cake mix, eggs, water, and oil (or butter) until smooth, about 2 minutes. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
Bake for 28–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes.
Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes evenly over the cake, about 1 inch apart, without going through the bottom.
In two small bowls, dissolve the strawberry and lime Jello separately, each in ½ cup of boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved.
Spoon both gelatin mixtures over the cake, alternating red and green sections for a festive look.
Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours, or until the Jello is fully set and the cake is cold.
Spread the thawed Cool Whip evenly over the chilled cake and decorate with holiday sprinkles.
Slice, serve, and enjoy your vibrant, refreshing Christmas dessert!
Notes
**Sophie’s Pro Tips**
• Use a white cake mix for the brightest red and green contrast.
• Let the Jello cool slightly before pouring to prevent tearing the cake.
• Poke holes evenly for the best flavor and color distribution.
• Chill thoroughly so the Jello fully sets into the cake.
• For a richer twist, substitute melted butter for the oil.
**Variations**
• Valentine’s Day: use strawberry and cherry Jello.
• Fourth of July: use blue raspberry and cherry Jello.
• Halloween: use orange and grape Jello.
• Top with fresh fruit, crushed candy canes, or a drizzle of melted white chocolate.
**Storage**
• Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Best enjoyed within 2–3 days for ideal texture.
• Do not freeze with whipped topping; freeze only the Jello-infused cake layer if needed.
Find it online: https://pinchofwarmthbakes.com/christmas-jello-poke-cake-recipe/