Colorful Easter Poke Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cake Base
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1 box white cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box, such as eggs, oil, and water)
→ Gelatin Layers
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1 package (3 oz) strawberry gelatin (or any pastel-colored gelatin like lemon, lime, or berry blue)
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1 package (3 oz) lime gelatin (or another contrasting pastel color)
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2 cups boiling water (1 cup per gelatin flavor)
→ Topping & Decoration
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1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream)
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1 cup sweetened shredded coconut (optional)
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Pastel food coloring (pink, yellow, green, blue – optional)
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Easter sprinkles or mini chocolate eggs for decoration
# Instructions:
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Set the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Follow the instructions on the cake mix box, mixing eggs, oil, and water as directed.
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Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake according to package instructions (typically 25-30 minutes) or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.
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Using the handle of a wooden spoon or a fork, poke holes all over the cake, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
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In separate bowls, dissolve each gelatin flavor in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved.
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Carefully pour each gelatin flavor over different sections of the cake, alternating colors to create a marbled effect.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the gelatin to set.
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Evenly spread the whipped topping over the chilled cake.
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If using coconut, toss it with a few drops of pastel food coloring and sprinkle over the cake.
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Top with Easter sprinkles, mini chocolate eggs, or your favorite festive decorations.
# Notes:
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This cake needs to be refrigerated for at least 2 hours before serving.
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You can use any combination of gelatin flavors to create a custom color scheme.
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Store leftover cake covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.