Poke Cake for the Fourth of July | Jell-o Cake Recipe

cake mix

🥗Healthier: homemade cake

💰Cheaper: store-brand cake mix

Homemade cake can be lower in preservatives.

whipped topping

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: homemade whipped cream

Coconut cream offers a dairy-free alternative.

gelatin

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

💰Cheaper: jello powder

Agar-agar is a vegan substitute for gelatin.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

Preheat oven to 350°F.

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups water and 1/2 cup oil.

Add 4 egg whites to the mixture after separating them from the yolks.

Prepare the white cake mix according to the box instructions and pour it into a greased 13x9 inch pan.

Bake the cake for about 30 minutes, checking for doneness with a fork.

While the cake is baking, prepare the Jell-O by dissolving the powder in 1 cup of hot water until no granules remain.

Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and poke holes in it using two sharpened knives.

Pour the prepared Jell-O into the holes of the cake, ensuring it seeps in well.

Cool the cake in the fridge or freezer for 10-20 minutes to set the Jell-O.

Spread a thick layer of whipped cream over the top of the cake.

Slice peaches (or use strawberries if available) for topping the cake.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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