Best 5 Box Mix Jello Cake Recipes

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For those with a sweet tooth and a desire for an effortless dessert experience, box mix jello cakes present a delightful solution. With their vibrant colors, luscious flavors, and a preparation process that's as simple as it gets, these cakes offer a delightful treat that satisfies every craving. Whether you're a novice baker or an experienced dessert enthusiast, embarking on a jello cake-making adventure is sure to yield a delectable outcome, turning any ordinary occasion into a special celebration.

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BOX-MIX JELLO CAKE



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Make and share this Box-Mix Jello Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Gelatin

Time 50m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

18 ounces white cake mix (Duncan Hines brand preferred)
3 egg whites (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 (3 ounce) box strawberry Jell-O gelatin dessert (or any flavor)
1 3/4 cups boiling water
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box instant vanilla pudding
1 Cool Whip
fresh strawberry, garnish

Steps:

  • Bake cake according to package directions in 13 x 9 pan (use all egg whites).
  • Cool awhile.
  • Dissolve jello in boiling water.
  • Poke holes all over cake with large utility fork.
  • Spoon jello evenly over cake.
  • Refrigerate at least a couple of hours.
  • Prepare pudding as directed on package for pudding.
  • Chill awhile.
  • Spread pudding evenly over cake.
  • Chill.
  • Spread Cool Whip over top of cake and garnish with strawberries.

JELLO CAKE



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This is the moistest cake you will ever eat. I love it with strawberry jello and garnished with fresh strawberries. The Cool Whip makes such a pretty pure white and creamy frosting. It was my mom's favorite birthday cake. Prep time is also chill time

Provided by Karen From Colorado

Categories     Gelatin

Time 8h40m

Yield 1 cake, 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18 ounce) box white cake mix
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup butter (or as called for by your cake mix) or 1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 cup water (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 (3 ounce) box any flavor Jello gelatin
Cool Whip (for frosting)
fruit (to match the jello flavor) (optional)

Steps:

  • Prepare cake according to package instructions.
  • Allow to cool completely in pans.
  • Using a fork, poke holes all over the top of the cake through to the bottom.
  • Prepare jello according to package instructions except do not allow it to set yet.
  • Pour jello slowly over the entire surface of the cooled cakes (cake will look soggy, but thats ok).
  • Chill cakes until jello sets completely (several hours or over night).
  • To remove cakes from pans, set the pan in a dish of hot water for 1 minute.
  • Remove to a serving platter.
  • Frost with the Cool Whip.
  • Garnish with fruit pieces.
  • Keep any uneaten cake covered and chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.6, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 60, Sodium 380.9, Carbohydrate 39.9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 29.5, Protein 4.1

OLD-FASHIONED JELL-O POKE CAKE RECIPE



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Old-fashioned Jell-o poke cake isn't just fun to say (try it five times fast), but it's also fun to make and eat -- and Erin Johnson is here to show you how!

Provided by Erin Johnson,Mashed Staff

Categories     dessert

Time 2h40m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box white cake mix
3 eggs
½ cup vegetable oil
1 box strawberry jello
3 cups water, divided
1 (8-ounce) container whipped topping

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Mix the cake mix with the eggs, vegetable oil, and 1 cup of water. Pour into a greased 9x13-inch pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes, or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool for a few minutes while you make the Jell-o.
  • Prepare the Jell-o by mixing the contents of the box with 1 cup of boiling water. Once dissolved, add 1 cup of cold water.
  • Using a fork, poke holes in the cake about every ½ inch. Pour the prepared Jell-o over the cake, then refrigerate for 2 hours or until all the Jell-o has absorbed into the cake.
  • Immediately before serving, cover the top of the cake with whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Carbohydrate 51 g carbohydrates, Cholesterol 65 mg cholesterol, Fat 23 g fat, Fiber 0 g fiber, Protein 5 g protein, SaturatedFat 5 g saturated fat, ServingSize 0 g, Sodium 411 mg, Sugar 38 g, TransFat 0 g

STRAWBERRY CAKE WITH JELL-O®



Strawberry Cake with Jell-O® image

This strawberry cake with Jell-O® recipe has been in my family for 40+ years... don't take any shortcuts and it's sure to be the most delicious, rich cake you will ever make!

Provided by deanna

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Strawberry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (15.25 ounce) package white cake mix
1 (3 ounce) package strawberry-flavored gelatin mix (such as Jell-O®)
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
¾ cup mashed fresh strawberries
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ (16 ounce) package powdered sugar
¾ stick unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 8-inch cake pans.
  • Combine cake mix, gelatin mix, oil, eggs, strawberries, and flour in a large mixing bowl. Pour equal amounts into the prepared cake pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • While cakes are cooling, mix powdered sugar, butter, and vanilla extract together in a bowl by hand. Chill for about 20 minutes.
  • Whip chilled frosting until fluffy. Sandwich cake layers together with some frosting. Spread remaining frosting over the top and sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.9 calories, Carbohydrate 55.1 g, Cholesterol 77.2 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 292.1 mg, Sugar 44.6 g

JELL-O ICE BOX CAKE



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 packages jello
2 cups water
0.5 units lemon juice
16 units graham
0.25 cups margarine
12 ounces evaporated milk
0.5 cups granulated sugar
15 ounces fruit

Steps:

  • Dilute the Jell-O with the boiling water. Stir until dissolved. Add the lemon juice. Let set in refrigerator until wobbly (about an hour) then whip.
  • Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted margarine and spread on the bottom of a 13 X 9 inch pan. Set aside.
  • When Jell-O is ready, with mixer on high speed, whip evaporated milk until fluffy. Whip in sugar and Jell-O. Add drained fruit and whip again.
  • Pour into graham cracker crumb crust and sprinkle additional graham cracker crumbs on top if desired. Refrigerate until set about 6 hours or overnight. Cut into 16 pieces; about 100 calories per piece.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

Tips:

  • It is best to use a box cake mix that is specifically designed for Jello cake. This type of cake mix already contains the necessary ingredients to make the cake rise and set properly.
  • If you are using a regular cake mix, you will need to add 1/2 cup of flour and 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder to the mix. This will help the cake to rise and set properly.
  • Be sure to use the correct amount of water and oil called for in the recipe. Too much water or oil will make the cake too dense and heavy.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough and dry.
  • Bake the cake according to the directions on the box or recipe. The baking time may vary depending on the type of cake mix and the size of the pan.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Jello cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a beautiful and tasty cake that your family and friends will love. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give Jello cake a try!

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