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Strawberry Cheesecake Poke Cake

Strawberry Cheesecake Poke Cake is the ultimate chilled treat for family gatherings. Uses boxed cake mix to save time while delivering homemade flavor. Every bite features moist cake infused with fruity gelatin and a thick layer of creamy frosting.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Course cake, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 360 kcal

Ingredients
  

Cake

  • 1 box white or vanilla cake mix plus ingredients called for on the box
  • cooking spray

Strawberry Poke Layer

  • 1 3-ounce box strawberry gelatin
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • ½ cup cold water

Cheesecake Layer

  • 1 8-ounce block cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 8-ounce tub whipped topping, thawed

Topping

  • 1 21-ounce can strawberry pie filling
  • 1½ to 2 cups fresh strawberries sliced (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to the temperature listed on your cake mix box. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Prepare and bake the cake according to the package directions. Let the cake cool for about 15 minutes.
  • Use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
  • In a bowl, stir the strawberry gelatin with 1 cup boiling water for 2 minutes, until fully dissolved. Stir in ½ cup cold water.
  • Slowly pour the gelatin mixture over the cake, aiming for the holes. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla and beat until creamy.
  • Fold in the whipped topping until light and fluffy.
  • Spread the cheesecake layer evenly over the chilled cake.
  • Spoon the strawberry pie filling over the cheesecake layer. Add sliced fresh strawberries on top if using.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 more hours (overnight is best) before slicing and serving.

Notes

For cleaner slices, chill overnight and wipe your knife between cuts.
If you want a “crust” feel, sprinkle graham cracker crumbs over the top right before serving.
Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened so the topping stays smooth.

Nutrition

Serving: 225gCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 320mgSugar: 38g