Description
A luscious dessert featuring moist white cake soaked with strawberry jello, topped with creamy no-bake cheesecake filling, and finished with marinated strawberries.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 1 box (14.25 oz) white cake mix (follow package instructions).
- Egg whites (as per cake mix instructions).
- Water and oil (as per cake mix instructions).
For the Jello Layer:
- 1 pack (3 oz) strawberry jello mix.
- 1 cup boiling water.
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 1 tub (24.3 oz) Philadelphia no-bake cheesecake filling.
For the Strawberry Topping:
- 2 packs (16 oz each) fresh strawberries.
- ½ cup granulated sugar.
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries:
- Slice a portion of strawberries for garnish and chop the rest.
- Mix the chopped strawberries with sugar and marinate in the fridge.
- Bake the Cake:
- Follow the box instructions to prepare the cake batter. Use egg whites for a lighter texture.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish, pour the batter, and bake at 350°F for 33 minutes.
- Prepare the Jello Mixture:
- Dissolve the strawberry jello mix in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved and set aside to cool slightly.
- Poke and Pour:
- Use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake.
- Pour the jello mixture evenly over the warm cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes.
- Cool the Cake:
- Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to let the jello set.
- Add Cheesecake Filling:
- Once the cake is cooled, spread the no-bake cheesecake filling evenly over the surface.
- Top with Strawberries:
- Arrange the sliced strawberries as a decorative border.
- Spoon the marinated strawberries into the center and spread evenly.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the finished cake for another hour before serving. Slice and enjoy chilled!
Notes
- Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor.
- Ensure the cake is fully cooled before adding the cheesecake layer.
- Customize with different jello flavors for variety.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 33 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg