Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake

 

Here’s an easy and delicious Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake recipe! This cake is super moist, bursting with strawberry flavor, and topped with a crunchy golden crumble.

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Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 box white or vanilla cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box: eggs, oil, water)
• 1 box (3 oz) strawberry gelatin (Jell-O)
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1/2 cup cold water

For the Topping:

• 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip)
• 1/2 cup vanilla pudding (optional for extra creaminess)

For the Strawberry Crunch Topping:

• 20 Golden Oreos, crushed
• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries (or strawberry gelatin powder for color)

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Instructions:

1. Bake the Cake:

   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Prepare the cake batter according to box instructions.
   • Pour into a 9x13-inch baking dish and bake as directed.

2. Make the Strawberry Gelatin Mixture:

   • In a bowl, dissolve strawberry Jell-O in 1 cup boiling water.
   • Stir in 1/2 cup cold water and let it cool slightly.

3. Poke the Cake:

   • Once the cake is baked and slightly cooled, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a fork to poke holes all over the cake.
   • Pour the strawberry gelatin mixture evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
   • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.

4. Prepare the Crunch Topping:

   • Crush Golden Oreos in a food processor or ziplock bag.
   • Mix with melted butter and freeze-dried strawberries (or Jell-O powder) until crumbly.

5. Assemble the Cake:

   • Spread whipped topping (mixed with pudding if using) evenly over the chilled cake.
   • Sprinkle the strawberry crunch topping generously on top.

6. Chill & Serve:

   • Refrigerate for another 30 minutes before slicing.

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Optional Add-Ins:

• Add fresh strawberry slices on top.
• Drizzle with white chocolate or strawberry syrup for extra sweetness.
• Swap the white cake for a strawberry cake mix for even more flavor!

Would you like any modifications to this recipe?