07/22/2026
🍓 Delicious Strawberry Shortcake Poke Cake Recipe
Strawberry Shortcake Poke Cake is a light, moist, and refreshing dessert that's perfect for birthdays, summer gatherings, holidays, or whenever you're craving something sweet. This easy recipe combines fluffy white cake, rich strawberry filling, creamy whipped topping, and fresh strawberries to create a dessert that's both beautiful and delicious.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Bake Time: 25–30 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Total Time: About 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12
Ingredients
For the Cake
1 box white cake mix
Ingredients called for on the cake mix package (typically eggs, water, and vegetable oil)
For the Topping
3 cups strawberry pie filling (about 1½ cans, 21 ounces each)
8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
Step 1: Bake the Cake
Preheat your oven according to the directions on the cake mix package.
Prepare the cake batter as instructed on the package, then pour it into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool completely before moving on to the next step.
Step 2: Poke the Cake
Using the handle of a wooden spoon or a similar round utensil, poke holes evenly across the surface of the cake.
Make sure the holes reach the bottom of the cake so the filling can soak into every slice.
Step 3: Add the Strawberry Filling
Spread the strawberry pie filling evenly over the cooled cake.
Use a spatula to gently press the filling into the holes, allowing the strawberry mixture to infuse the cake with flavor.
Step 4: Add the Whipped Topping
Spread the thawed whipped topping evenly across the entire cake, creating a smooth layer.
Refrigerate the cake for at least one hour to allow the flavors to blend and the cake to set.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
Just before serving, arrange the sliced fresh strawberries over the top of the cake.
Cut into squares and serve chilled.