Jello Cake
Brighten up your dessert table with this nostalgic and irresistibly fun Jello Cake, a beloved treat that's as easy to make as it is delightful to eat. Perfect for summer gatherings or any celebration, this recipe begins with a moist and fluffy white or yellow boxed cake, baked to perfection and infused with the vibrant flavors of your favorite Jello gelatin. The magic happens when you poke holes into the cake and pour the fruity Jello mixture over it, creating colorful, flavor-packed layers in every bite. Topped with a creamy whipped topping, this chilled dessert is light, refreshing, and guaranteed to impress your guests. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it’s an effortless way to serve up something sweet and stunning.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box Boxed white or yellow cake mix
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
- 1 cups Water
- 1 box Box of flavored Jello gelatin (3 oz.)
- 1 cups Boiling water
- 0.5 cups Cold water
- 8 oz Whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Prepare the boxed cake mix according to the package instructions, usually by mixing the cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water in a large bowl.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the cake is baking, dissolve the packet of Jello in 1 cup of boiling water by stirring until completely dissolved. Then stir in 1/2 cup of cold water and set aside to cool slightly.
Once the cake is finished baking, allow it to cool for about 10 minutes. Using a fork or skewer, poke holes all over the surface of the cake, ensuring the holes go deep into the cake.
Slowly pour the prepared Jello mixture evenly over the cake, letting it seep into the holes. Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, allowing the Jello to set.
Once chilled, spread the whipped topping evenly over the cake as a frosting.
Slice the cake into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy your refreshing Jello Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3473 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 176.7 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.4 g | 312% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 3600 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 458.5 g | 167% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 237.2 g | ||
| Protein | 40.9 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 907 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 508 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
