Are you looking for a quick and easy Christmas dessert? Look no further than this Christmas Poke Cake! Made with a box mix and a few pantry staples, this festive cake is not only pretty but also delicious. Even better, you can make it ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator.
Why You’ll Love This Christmas Cake
I understand the importance of easy recipes during the holidays, and this poke cake is one of the simplest. Using a white cake mix and red and green jello, every slice of this cake showcases a colorful holiday pattern. And the best part? You can customize the jello colors to suit any occasion throughout the year. The possibilities are endless!
For Christmas, this easy recipe is simply the best. Your guests will be delighted by this festive and colorful cake. Plus, it’s virtually fool-proof! Jello poke cakes are incredibly simple to make and always turn out moist and flavorful. If you enjoy this recipe, make sure to try our hot cocoa poke cake too!
Ingredients
- 1 15.25 ounce box White Cake Mix
- Ingredients on the back of your cake mix, such as 1 cup Water, ½ cup Vegetable Oil, and 3 Egg Whites
- 1 3 ounce box Cherry Jell-O
- 1 3 ounce box Lime Jell-O
- 1 cup boiling water, divided
- 1 cup cold water, divided
- 1 8 ounce tub of Cool Whip
- ¼ cup Christmas Sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350℉ and grease your baking dish.
- Prepare the cake batter according to the instructions on the back of the box.
- Bake the cake for the recommended time stated on the box.
- Allow the cake to cool completely, approximately 20-30 minutes.
- Use a fork to poke 5 columns of holes into the cake.
- In separate bowls, prepare the jell-o by adding half of the boiling water to each jello mix. Stir well. Then, add half of the cold water to each jello mix and stir again.
- Spoon the jell-o mixtures over the cake, alternating between the two colors.
- Chill the cake in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
- Spread the cool whip evenly over the top of the cake.
- Chill the cake for at least another hour, preferably overnight, before serving.
Enjoy this delightful and easy-to-make Christmas Poke Cake! Your loved ones will be impressed by its festive appearance and delicious flavor. Happy holidays!
