Jell-O Cake

I just recently started to make Jell-O Cake, because I received a request for one.  After making it once, I fell in love with this recipe and its simplicity.  The cake recipe is one my grandmother gave me years ago and I have made many, many times.  However, I just recently tried this variation and I think it will make a great quick and easy summertime treat.  It also allows you to be creative and try different flavor combinations by using different Jell-O flavors and different toppings.  My personal favorite combination is strawberry Jell-O, with Cool Whip and freshly sliced strawberries on top!

Ingredients:

• 2 ¼ cups of cake flour
• 1 ½ cups of sugar
• 3 teaspoons of baking powder
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• ½ cup of Crisco
• 1 cup of milk
• 1 ½ teaspoons of vanilla
•  2 eggs
• 1 small box (3 ounces) of Jell-O
• your choice of toppings

First mix the cake flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.  Then add the Crisco, vanilla, and 2/3 of the milk and beat for 2 minutes.  Lastly, add the last 1/3 of the milk and the two eggs.  Beat for two more minutes.  Pour into a 13 x 9” ungreased cake pan.  Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 40 to 45 minutes, or until golden on top. 

(You can also turn this cake into cupcakes by filling cupcake wrapper ½ full and baking at 400 degrees for 18 to 20 minutes.)

To turn this cake into a Jell-O cake:

Let the cake cool and poke holes with a fork.  Then prepare the Jell-O according to the directions on the box.  Pour over the cake and let set (about 3 to 4 hours).  Lastly, add your toppings and serve!