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Creamy Patriotic Strawberry Tres Leches Poke Cake

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A festive and creamy strawberry tres leches poke cake topped with blue Cool Whip, perfect for summer parties and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white or yellow cake mix (approx. 15.25 oz)
  • Ingredients called for on cake mix box (usually eggs, vegetable oil, and water)
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup whole milk or half and half
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 cups blue Cool Whip (or whipped topping of choice)
  • Fresh strawberries or blueberries for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Prepare the cake batter according to the box instructions, mixing cake mix with eggs, oil, and water until smooth (about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer).
  3. Pour the batter into the pan and spread evenly with a spatula. Tap the pan gently on the counter to release air bubbles.
  4. Bake the cake for 30-35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  5. Cool the cake in the pan for about 10 minutes, then poke holes all over the surface about 1 inch apart using a skewer or toothpick.
  6. Mix evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, and whole milk in a large bowl until blended. Stir in the sliced strawberries.
  7. Pour the milk mixture evenly over the warm cake, letting it soak in slowly. Pour half, wait 10 minutes, then pour the rest.
  8. Refrigerate the cake for at least 3 hours or overnight for full absorption and moist texture.
  9. Before serving, spread the blue Cool Whip evenly over the top. If using plain Cool Whip, fold in a few drops of blue food coloring carefully.
  10. Garnish with fresh strawberries or blueberries for a patriotic touch.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better batter texture. Chill cake overnight for best flavor and moistness. Add blue food coloring sparingly to Cool Whip to maintain fluffiness. Fresh strawberries should be ripe and firm. For dairy-free or gluten-free versions, substitute ingredients accordingly.

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Keywords: strawberry tres leches, poke cake, patriotic dessert, summer party cake, blue Cool Whip, easy tres leches, festive cake

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