Delicious Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake for Effortless Summer Fun
This Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake is a delightful summer dessert, blending fruity sweetness with creamy frosting and a crunchy topping.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch cake pan
- Mixing bowl
- skewer
- - Mixer
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1 can Nonstick Cooking Spray Prevents sticking for easy removal from the pan.
- 1 box White Cake Mix Provides structure and flavor base.
- 3 oz Strawberry Jell-O Adds moistness and flavor throughout the cake.
For the Frosting
- 1.5 cups Heavy Cream Provides richness in the frosting.
- 8 oz Cream Cheese Base for the frosting, adding creaminess and tang.
- 2/3 cup Confectioners' Sugar Sweetens the frosting.
- 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
- 1/8 tsp Kosher Salt Balances sweetness in frosting.
For the Crunch Topping
- 24 pieces Vanilla Sandwich Cookies Adds texture for the crunchy topping.
- 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter Binds the cookie crumble topping.
- Fresh Strawberries Adds freshness for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spray a 9x13 inch cake pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix with the required ingredients as per the package instructions. Beat until smooth, then pour into your prepared pan.
- Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake and let it cool for about 15 minutes. Then poke holes all over the top using a skewer.
- Prepare the strawberry Jell-O according to package instructions and pour it into the holes of the cake. Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
Frosting and Topping
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and heavy cream until smooth. Gradually add in the confectioners' sugar, vanilla, and salt, mixing until fluffy.
- Once the cake is fully chilled, spread the cream cheese frosting generously over the top.
- In a small bowl, crush the vanilla sandwich cookies. Melt the butter, then mix it with the crushed cookies and a little Jell-O powder to create a crumble.
- Evenly sprinkle the crunchy topping over the frosted cake and garnish with fresh strawberries.
- Serve and enjoy your Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake!
Notes
Feel free to substitute fresh strawberries with any seasonally available fruit for variation.