Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Red, White & Blueberry Poke Cake, an ideal summertime dessert that captures the spirit of festive occasions like Fourth of July gatherings and family picnics. This eye-catching cake layers vibrant strawberry and blueberry flavors, creating a visually stunning centerpiece for your table. Perfect for involving kids in the kitchen, this easy-to-make poke cake promises a delightful combination of textures and tastes that are sure to please everyone. With simple preparation steps and the option to make it ahead of time, this cake is not just a treat but also a fun family activity. Impress your guests with this deliciously festive dessert that embodies summer’s sweetness.
Ingredients
- 1 package white cake mix (regular size)
- 1–1/4 cups water
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water (for strawberry gelatin)
- 2–1/4 teaspoons strawberry Vegan Gelatin
- 3/4 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup water (for blueberry gelatin)
- 4–1/2 teaspoons sugar (for blueberry gelatin)
- 4–1/2 teaspoons berry blue Vegan Gelatin
- 2–1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round baking pans with parchment paper.
- Mix white cake mix, water, eggs, and canola oil until well combined; pour into pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes; cool completely on wire racks.
- Make strawberry vegan gelatin by simmering strawberries with sugar and water; stir in gelatin until dissolved.
- Repeat for blueberry gelatin with blueberries.
- Poke holes in cooled cakes using a skewer; fill holes with respective gelatin mixtures.
- Refrigerate overnight for best flavor absorption.
- Whip cream with confectioners’ sugar until soft peaks form; frost the cake layers and chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 60mg