Description
A festive and colorful dessert combining cake with layers of Jello and Cool Whip, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 box white cake mix plus ingredients
- 3 oz box lime Jello
- 3 oz box cherry Jello
- 8 oz Cool Whip, thawed
- Red and green sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare white cake according to package directions, ensuring all ingredients are properly measured.
- Pour cake batter into a thoroughly greased 9×13 baking pan, spreading evenly.
- Bake cake following package time and temperature instructions until a toothpick comes clean.
- Allow cake to cool for approximately 20 minutes until just warm to the touch.
- Create evenly spaced holes throughout the entire cake surface using a straw or wooden spoon handle.
- Prepare lime Jello using 1 cup boiling water and 1/2 cup cold water, stirring until crystals dissolve.
- Prepare cherry Jello using the same modified water measurements as lime Jello.
- Carefully pour green Jello over one half of the cake, ensuring the liquid fills holes.
- Pour red Jello over the remaining cake half, again filling holes completely.
- Refrigerate the cake for a minimum of 6 hours or overnight to allow Jello to set properly.
- Remove from refrigerator and spread thawed Cool Whip evenly across the entire surface.
- Decorate the top with red and green sprinkles in a festive pattern.
- Return to the refrigerator until ready to serve. Cut into squares when serving, wiping the knife between cuts.
- Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator.
Notes
For a smoother finish, use a spatula to spread the Cool Whip evenly over the surface. You can experiment with different Jello flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American