Description
A simple and refreshing Strawberry Jello Cake made with only three main ingredients—fresh strawberries, strawberry Jello mix, and Cool Whip. This no-bake dessert layers creamy whipped topping with fruity gelatin for a light and sweet treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberry Jello Cake Ingredients
- 9 oz strawberry Jello mix (divided into 6 oz and 3 oz portions)
- 1 cup hot boiling water (for dissolving Jello)
- 1 cup cold water (for dissolving Jello)
- 8 oz Cool Whip or True Whip
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, halved
- Non-stick cooking spray (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
- Prepare the Base Jello Mixture: Place 6 ounces of strawberry Jello mix into a large bowl. Pour in one cup of hot boiling water, then one cup of cold water. Stir continuously until all the Jello mix has completely dissolved.
- Set the Jello Slightly: Refrigerate the dissolved Jello mixture until it starts to thicken but is not fully set, about 15-20 minutes.
- Mix in the Cool Whip: Once the Jello has thickened slightly, fold in 8 ounces of Cool Whip, stirring gently until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Prepare the Pan and Arrange Strawberries: Spray a 9-inch springform pan lightly with cooking spray. Pour the Cool Whip and Jello mixture into the prepared pan. Then, arrange the halved strawberries along the rim of the pan with the cut sides facing outwards for decoration.
- Chill the Base Layer: Refrigerate the pan for about 30 minutes to allow the base layer to firm up.
- Prepare the Top Jello Layer: In a separate bowl, dissolve the remaining 3 ounces of strawberry Jello mix in one cup of boiling water. Place this mixture in the refrigerator to cool down to room temperature but do not allow it to set.
- Pour the Top Layer: Carefully pour the cooled but liquid Jello mixture over the set Cool Whip layer in the springform pan.
- Set the Cake: Refrigerate the entire cake until the top Jello layer is completely set, approximately 2-3 hours.
- Serve: Remove the cake from the springform pan carefully. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve and enjoy this refreshing no-bake Strawberry Jello Cake.
Notes
- For the best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries for flavor and decoration.
- Ensure the top Jello layer is cooled to room temperature before pouring to prevent melting the Cool Whip layer.
- Use a springform pan for easy removal of the cake.
- This recipe requires refrigeration time for both setting layers, so plan ahead.
- You can substitute Cool Whip with any whipped topping of your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry Jello Cake, No-Bake Dessert, Strawberry Dessert, Easy Cake, Summer Cake
