Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake: Easy Summer Treat to Impress!
Delight your guests with this Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake, a refreshing dessert perfect for summer gatherings.
Equipment
- - Mixing bowl
- - Oven
- Whisk
- skewer or fork
- greased pan
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1 box White Cake Mix You can opt for fun variations like pineapple for a twist.
- 1 packet Strawberry Jell-O Use less for a subtler taste if desired.
For the Frosting
- 1 cup Heavy Cream Ideal for whipping and adding richness.
- 8 oz Cream Cheese Provides structure and a delightful tang.
- 1 cup Confectioners' Sugar Sweetens and smooths out the texture.
- 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Elevates the overall flavor profile.
- 1 pinch Kosher Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Topping
- 1 pkg Golden Oreos Creates the crunchy topping.
- 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter Binds topping ingredients together.
For Serving
- 1 cup Fresh Strawberries Adds freshness and a beautiful presentation.
Instructions
How to Make Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, follow the package instructions for the white cake mix. Blend well until smooth and fully combined, then pour into a greased pan.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool completely on a wire rack.
- Once the cake has cooled, use a skewer or fork to gently poke holes throughout the top.
- Prepare the strawberry Jell-O according to the package instructions and pour it over the poked cake. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, heavy cream, confectioners' sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of kosher salt until fluffy and smooth.
- After chilling, take the cake out and spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
- Crush the Golden Oreos and mix with some leftover strawberry Jell-O powder if desired. Sprinkle generously over the frosted cake.
- Slice the Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake and serve it topped with fresh strawberries.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze slices wrapped tightly for up to 2 months.