Easy Christmas Poke Cake Recipe

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The holiday season is the perfect opportunity to showcase your baking skills with delicious and festive desserts. Looking for something simple and visually stunning? Our Easy Christmas Poke Cake Recipe ticks all the boxes. With its vibrant colors and delightful flavors, this cake is sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering.

Traditional poke cake made with green and red jello with whipped topping and Christmas sprinkles


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Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 15.25 oz White Cake Mix (and the ingredients required to make the cake according to the package directions)
  • 6 oz Raspberry Jello Mix
  • 6 oz Lime Jello Mix
  • 2 cups Boiling Water, divided
  • 8 oz Whipped Topping, thawed
  • Christmas Sprinkles (for decoration)
Traditional poke cake made with green and red jello with whipped topping and Christmas sprinkles

How To Make Easy Christmas Poke Cake

1. Bake the Cake

Start by preparing the white cake mix according to the package instructions. Once baked, allow the cake to cool completely.

2. Prepare the Jello

In two separate bowls, mix 1 cup of boiling water with the raspberry jello mix and another cup with the lime jello mix. Stir until each is fully dissolved and blended.

3. Poke and Pour

Use the end of a wooden spoon to poke holes evenly throughout the cooled cake. Pour the raspberry jello mixture over two alternating rows, and the lime jello mixture over the remaining rows.

4. Refrigerate

Place the cake in the refrigerator to cool for about 20 minutes.

5. Add the Toppings

Take the cake out of the refrigerator and spread the whipped topping evenly over the entire surface. Add festive Christmas sprinkles to enhance the cake’s holiday flair.

6. Chill and Serve

Return the cake to the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to ensure it’s well-chilled and the flavors have melded together.

Easy Christmas Desserts:

Why You’ll Love It

  • Quick and Easy: Minimal steps and simple ingredients make this cake perfect for busy holiday schedules.
  • Festive Colors: The red and green layers provide a beautiful, Christmas-themed presentation.
  • Flavorful and Moist: The combination of jello and whipped topping ensures every bite is flavorful and moist.
Traditional poke cake made with green and red jello with whipped topping and Christmas sprinkles

Why Choose a Poke Cake?

Poke cakes are a unique take on traditional cakes that involve poking holes into a baked cake and filling them with a flavorful liquid or gelatin. The process creates a visually appealing, flavorful texture that’s both moist and delightful to taste.

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This Christmas dessert is not just easy but also an impressive addition to any festive table. It combines simplicity and flavor in one delightful package—ideal for both experienced bakers and beginners. Whether you’re hosting or attending a holiday party, this Easy Christmas Poke Cake will surely become your go-to dessert this season.

Traditional poke cake made with green and red jello with whipped topping and Christmas sprinkles

Easy Christmas Poke Cake

Yield: 1 cake
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes

 Get ready to wow your friends and family this holiday season with our mouth-watering Easy Christmas Poke Cake. Simple to make but visually stunning, this dessert is perfect for any festive gathering.

Ingredients

  • 15.25 oz white cake mix (and ingredients to make according to packaging directions)
  • 6 oz. raspberry jello mix
  • 6 oz lime jello mix
  • 2 c boiling water, divided
  • 8 oz. whipped topping, thawed
  • Christmas Sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Bake the cake per the instructions on the cake mix. Allow the cake to cool completely. 
  2. Separate the jello into two bowls or measuring cups.
  3. Mix 1 c of boiling water with lime jello mix and 1 c of boiling water with the raspberry jello mix. Combined until blended through.
  4. Using the end of a wooden spoon or similar, poke holes throughout the cake.
  5. Alternating rows, pour in the cup of raspberry on two rows, alternating rows with the lime.
  6. Place in the refrigerator and allow to cool for about 20 minutes. 
  7. Remove from the refrigerator and place the whipped topping and sprinkles if using.
  8. Place back into the refrigerator and allow to chill for at least 2 hours.

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