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Strawberry Shortcake Poke Cake

  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A moist strawberry-infused poke cake layered with whipped topping and fresh berries, perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat.


Ingredients

  • 1 box strawberry cake mix (plus ingredients called for on box)
  • 1 (10 oz) package frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
  • 12 cups fresh strawberries, sliced


Instructions

  1. Prepare the strawberry cake mix according to package instructions and bake in a 9×13-inch pan; let cool slightly.
  2. Use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the warm cake.
  3. Pour the thawed strawberries with syrup evenly over the poked cake.
  4. Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk over the top, letting it soak into the holes.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to fully absorb.
  6. Before serving, spread whipped topping evenly over the top.
  7. Garnish with fresh strawberry slices.
  8. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

  • You can substitute cool whip with homemade whipped cream for a fresher taste.
  • Letting the cake refrigerate overnight enhances flavor infusion.
  • Make sure cake is warm—not hot—before poking, so holes form cleanly.