Dreamsicle Cake Recipe

Nostalgia in every bite! This dreamy cake captures the essence of that beloved childhood Dreamsicle ice cream. A cherished recipe, passed down from a dear friend, this strawberry cake is now a treasured Christmas tradition. The secret? A vibrant blend of strawberry cake mix and strawberry Jell-O, creating a uniquely delicious and surprisingly simple dessert.

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 1475 mins
Calories 416.9 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Dreamsicle Cake

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How to Make Dreamsicle Cake

  1. Combine 1 cup shredded coconut, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup sour cream, and 1/4 cup orange juice. Mix well.
  2. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  3. The next day, dissolve 3 oz strawberry Jell-O in 3/4 cup boiling water. Let cool completely, but do not allow it to set.
  4. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  5. Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  6. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) strawberry cake mix, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, 3 large eggs, and the cooled Jell-O mixture. Beat on high speed for 4 minutes.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. While the cake is still warm, gently pierce the top with a wooden spoon handle or toothpick all over.
  9. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
  10. In a separate bowl, gently fold 1/4 cup of the chilled coconut mixture into 8 oz whipped topping.
  11. Gradually pour the remaining coconut mixture evenly over the cooled cake.
  12. Spread the cool whip mixture evenly over the top of the cake.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

147g

Fat

57g

Carbs

12g

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