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Strawberry Jello Cake

Delicious Strawberry Jello Cake: A Refreshing Summer Treat

Enjoy this nostalgic Strawberry Jello Cake, a perfect no-bake dessert for summer picnics.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 121

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 6 oz Strawberry Jello Mix Choose cherry or raspberry for variation.
  • 1 cup Cool Whip or True Whip Substitute with homemade whipped cream if preferred.
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries Thaw and drain frozen strawberries if used.
For the Topping
  • 3 oz Additional Jello Mix Use a different flavor for contrast.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Strawberry Jello Cake
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 6 oz of strawberry Jello mix with 1 cup of boiling water. Stir vigorously until completely dissolved, about 2-3 minutes. Add 1 cup of cold water and blend well. Let cool slightly before refrigerating.
  2. Refrigerate the Jello mixture for approximately 30 minutes until it thickens but does not fully set, achieving a consistency reminiscent of egg whites.
  3. Gently fold in 1 cup of Cool Whip into the thickened Jello until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Spray a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray. Pour the Jello and Cool Whip mixture into the pan and arrange halved fresh strawberries around the rim, pressing gently into the mixture.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine 3 oz of Jello mix with 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until dissolved and let cool to room temperature.
  6. Carefully pour the cooled topping mixture over the Jello-Cool Whip layer in the springform pan. Use a spatula to ensure even coverage.
  7. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or overnight, until the layers have set beautifully.
  8. Remove the sides of the springform pan and slice the cake into wedges. Serve chilled for a refreshing treat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 121kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 70mgSugar: 23g

Notes

Make sure the Jello mixture thickens slightly before adding Cool Whip to prevent separation. Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and presentation.

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