Festive Easter Treat (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cake Layer
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1 box of white cake mix (plus needed ingredients from the box like water, eggs, and oil)
→ Jello Layers
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1 packet (3 oz) of strawberry gelatin (or another soft-colored gelatin like blue raspberry, lime, or lemon)
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1 packet (3 oz) of lime gelatin (or a different pastel shade)
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2 cups of hot water (1 cup for each gelatin flavor)
→ Toppings & Decor
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8-ounce container of whipped topping (store-bought or homemade works)
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Optional: 1 cup of coconut flakes, sweetened
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Optional: Food coloring in light colors (like blue, pink, yellow, green)
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Decorative extras like Easter sprinkles or mini chocolate eggs
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch pan.
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Combine the cake mix, oil, water, and eggs as instructed on the box.
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Pour the batter into the greased dish and bake as directed on the package (usually 25–30 minutes). A toothpick poked in the middle should come out clean when it's done.
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Let the baked cake sit in the pan for around 15 minutes to cool.
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Take a fork or the end of a wooden spoon and poke holes about 1 inch apart all over the cake.
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In separate containers, stir 1 cup of boiling water with each gelatin flavor until dissolved.
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Slowly pour the gelatin over the cake, using each flavor on different parts to make colorful patterns.
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Pop the cake into the fridge, covering it, and chill for at least 2 hours to let everything firm up.
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Spread the whipped topping evenly over the top of the chilled cake.
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If you'd like, mix pastel food coloring with shredded coconut and sprinkle it across the top.
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Scatter on decorative Easter sprinkles, mini chocolate eggs, or anything else you prefer.
# Notes:
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The cake needs at least 2 hours in the fridge to set fully before eating.
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Mix and match jello flavors to create unique color combinations.
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Store any leftovers in the fridge with a cover for up to 3 days.