Description
A delightful and easy dessert featuring moist cake soaked in strawberry gelatin and topped with creamy frosting and a crunchy Oreo topping.
Ingredients
- One (15.25 oz) box white cake mix, plus ingredients on back of box to prepare the cake
- 3 oz box strawberry gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 18-20 Golden Oreos, coarsely crushed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 oz box strawberry gelatin powder
- Fresh strawberries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with cooking spray.
- Prepare cake mix according to package directions and pour into the prepared pan. Bake for about 22–25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely and poke holes all over it using a fork.
- Mix the first box of strawberry gelatin with boiling water until dissolved, then add cold water and mix well.
- Pour the gelatin mixture evenly over the holes in the cake. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese until smooth. In a clean bowl, beat heavy cream, confectioners’ sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Fold in cream cheese mixture and spread over the chilled cake.
- For the topping, mix crushed Golden Oreos, melted butter, and dry strawberry gelatin powder, then sprinkle over the frosting.
- If desired, add fresh strawberries on top for garnish.
- Slice the cake into squares and serve cold.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days. Topping may soften over time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American