This Strawberry Poke Cake is a light and fruity dessert that starts with a Boxed Cake Mix, Frozen Strawberries, and a Homemade Creamy Frosting. Easy, refreshing, and perfect for parties, potlucks, and holidays!
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 13×9-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
Prepare the cake mix according to package directions, then bake and allow to cool completely.
Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes about 1 inch apart all over the cake.
Puree the thawed strawberries in a blender, then spoon the mixture evenly over the cake, letting it soak into the holes.
In a medium bowl, prepare the pudding mix with 1 cup of milk. Fold in the whipped topping until smooth and fluffy.
Spread the pudding mixture evenly over the cooled cake.
Garnish with fresh strawberries.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Slice, serve and enjoy!
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Notes
When poking the holes in the cake, make sure that they are not too close together and do not go all the way to the bottom of the pan to prevent the cake from getting soggy. When storing leftovers, cover the cake tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate up to 3 days.