Rainbow Poke Cake

Mise-en-place

Ingrediënten

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1. 1

   Place each cooled cake layer into a separate 9-inch cake pan or a deep dish.

   Ongeveer 2 min

   Tip van de kok: Using the same pans the cakes were baked in (after cleaning) works well as they are the perfect size.

2. 2

   Using a fork, poke holes across the entire surface of both cakes, about a half-inch apart and halfway through the cake's depth.

   Ongeveer 3 min

   Tip van de kok: More holes allow the gelatin to seep in more thoroughly, creating a more dramatic color effect.

3. 3

   In four separate small bowls, add one color of gelatin powder to each.

   Ongeveer 1 min

4. 4

   Divide the boiling water evenly among the four bowls and stir each until the gelatin powder is completely dissolved.

   Ongeveer 3 min

   Tip van de kok: Make sure no granules are left, as they won't set properly.

5. 5

   Stir the corresponding portion of cold water into each bowl of dissolved gelatin.

   Ongeveer 1 min

6. 6

   Carefully spoon the different colored gelatin liquids over the tops of both poked cakes, creating random patches of color.

   Ongeveer 5 min

   Tip van de kok: Try to distribute the colors somewhat evenly over the surface area of both cake layers.

7. 7

   Cover the pans with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until the gelatin is firm to the touch.

   Ongeveer 3 uur

8. 8

   Once set, carefully run a thin knife around the edge of one cake pan and place the layer on a serving platter.

   Ongeveer 2 min

   Tip van de kok: If the cake sticks, a brief dip of the pan's bottom in warm water can help release it.

9. 9

   Spread about one-third of the whipped topping over this bottom layer.

   Ongeveer 1 min

10. 10

    Carefully place the second cake layer on top.

    Ongeveer 1 min

11. 11

    Use the remaining whipped topping to frost the top and sides of the stacked cake.

    Ongeveer 3 min

    Tip van de kok: An offset spatula makes frosting the cake much easier.

12. 12

    Decorate with rainbow sprinkles, if using, before slicing and serving.

    Ongeveer 1 min