Strawberry Jello Cake (Only 3 Ingredients) Recipe
This refreshing Strawberry Jello Cake is a no-bake dessert perfect for hot summer days. Made with just three ingredients—strawberry gelatin, Cool Whip, and fresh strawberries—this cake offers a creamy, fruity, and light treat that’s ideal for barbecues, family gatherings, or casual celebrations.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 9 ounces strawberry Jello mix (divided into 6 oz and 3 oz portions)
- 8 ounces Cool Whip or True Whip
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, halved
- 2 cups boiling water (divided into 1 cup and 1 cup)
Instructions
- Prepare the first Jello mixture: Place 6 ounces of strawberry Jello mix in a large bowl. Stir in 1 cup of hot boiling water until the Jello is completely dissolved, followed by 1 cup of cold water. Refrigerate the mixture until it is slightly set but not fully firm.
- Mix in the Cool Whip: Stir the 8 ounces of Cool Whip into the slightly set Jello until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring even consistency without lumps.
- Assemble the base layer: Spray a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray. Pour the Cool Whip and Jello mixture into the pan and level it out. Arrange the halved fresh strawberries around the rim of the cake, placing them gently against the sides. Refrigerate this assembly for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Prepare the second Jello layer: In a separate bowl or measuring cup, dissolve the remaining 3 ounces of strawberry Jello mix in 1 cup of boiling water. Allow this mixture to cool completely to room temperature in the refrigerator before the next step.
- Add the top Jello layer: Once cooled, gently pour the second Jello mixture over the set Cool Whip layer in the springform pan. Return the cake to the refrigerator and chill until completely set.
- Serve the cake: Carefully remove the cake from the springform pan to maintain the shape. Keep the cake refrigerated until ready to serve. Slice and enjoy this refreshing dessert!
Notes
- Allow the second Jello mixture to cool fully before pouring it on top to prevent melting the creamy Cool Whip layer.
- Use fresh strawberries for the best texture and flavor; frozen berries tend to become mushy after thawing.
- Keep the cake refrigerated until serving to prevent the Jello from melting or becoming too soft.
- This dessert can be customized with different Jello flavors and fruit combinations for variety.
- Store the cake in an airtight container or tightly covered with plastic wrap to keep it fresh for up to one week.
Keywords: Strawberry Jello Cake, no bake dessert, 3 ingredient dessert, summer dessert, Cool Whip dessert, easy Jello cake
