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Classic Christmas Jello Poke Cake

A close-up of a slice of christmas poke cake featuring white cake, red and green jello layers, whipped cream, and holiday sprinkles.
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Make this ultra-moist Christmas Jello Poke Cake for a festive, colorful, and easy holiday dessert. It uses simple ingredients and comes together quickly for your next party.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white cake mix (plus ingredients listed on box)
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 3 ounces red gelatin (Jello)
  • 3 ounces green gelatin (Jello)
  • 1 cup cold water (divided)
  • 1 tub (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1/2 cup festive red and green sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Prepare the white cake according to the package directions using a 9×13 inch baking pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
  2. While the cake cools, prepare the gelatin. In separate bowls, dissolve the red gelatin in 1/2 cup boiling water, and the green gelatin in 1/2 cup boiling water. Stir each until fully dissolved.
  3. Stir 1/4 cup cold water into the red gelatin mixture. Stir 1/4 cup cold water into the green gelatin mixture. Set both aside to cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Do not let them set.
  4. Use the handle of a wooden spoon or a thick straw to poke holes all over the top of the warm cake, spacing them about 1 inch apart. Poke all the way to the bottom of the cake.
  5. Carefully pour the red gelatin mixture evenly over half of the cake surface, letting it seep into the holes. Pour the green gelatin mixture evenly over the other half of the cake surface.
  6. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the gelatin is completely set.
  7. Once set, spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the entire surface of the cake.
  8. Sprinkle the red and green sprinkles over the whipped topping before serving. Slice and enjoy this moist Christmas cake.

Notes

  • For an extra creamy texture, you can substitute the whipped topping with a mixture of 1 package instant vanilla pudding mixed with 1 cup cold milk, prepared according to package directions.
  • If you want a stronger flavor, use boiling water to dissolve the gelatin, then add 1/2 cup of vodka or clear rum to the gelatin mixture instead of cold water for an adult version.
  • Make this dessert the day before your gathering for the best set time.

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