Strawberry Poke Cake

Summer and strawberries go hand in hand, don't they? So what’s better than a cake that tastes like fresh berries and cream? This scrumptious strawberry poke cake requires just a handful of simple ingredients. Thanks to a few kitchen shortcuts—like boxed cake mix and Jell-O—you can whip up a stunning marbled cake bursting with juicy berry flavor. Top it off with a fluffy homemade frosting, and it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. If you find yourself on a poke cake kick, try a raspberry Jell-O poke cake or Irish cream poke cake next!

What is poke cake?

Oh, let me tell you—poke cake is the ultimate dessert for anyone who loves a moist and flavorful cake that's also ridiculously easy. It is exactly what it sounds like: a cake you bake, poke holes into (yes, it’s as fun as you'd think!), then soak with a colorful filling like strawberry Jell-O that gives every bite tons of fruity flavor.

How can you decorate strawberry poke cake?

I love the simplicity of the fluffy strawberry whipped cream spread over this cake, but if you're serving it for a special occasion and want to dress things up a bit, there are plenty of options. Decorate the cake with thinly sliced fresh berries or edible flowers, or add a pretty pink drizzle of strawberry sauce or glaze. To make things really festive, you can add your favorite colorful sprinkles, crushed candies, or sparkling sugar to match the celebration.

How do you store poke cake?

You can make this cake a day ahead and store it in the refrigerator overnight, covered with plastic wrap. Any leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.