EASY STRAWBERRY POKE CAKE

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut milk provides a creamy texture with fewer calories.

whipped topping

🥗Healthier: whipped coconut cream

💰Cheaper: homemade whipped cream

Homemade whipped cream can be made with basic ingredients.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Ricotta offers a similar texture at a lower cost.

cake mix

🥗Healthier: homemade cake batter

💰Cheaper: flour and sugar

Making from scratch can be more economical.

Preheat the oven according to the cake mix instructions.

Prepare the cake mix in a large bowl by combining the mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs.

Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and bake until a toothpick comes out clean, about 25-30 minutes.

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.

Use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the top of the cake.

Dissolve the strawberry gelatin in boiling water, then stir in cold water.

Pour the gelatin mixture over the cake, ensuring it fills the holes.

Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to allow the gelatin to set.

In a mixing bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, whipped topping, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Spread the cream mixture over the cooled cake evenly.

Top with fresh strawberries and sprinkle with sugar if desired.

Chill the cake for an additional 30 minutes before serving.

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