Adding gelatin to a cake mix can have two different effects. In this recipe, I'm using the dry powder to flavor the batter. But in my u003ca href=u0022https://www.cupcakesandcutlery.com/the-easiest-strawberry-cake-recipe/u0022u003eStrawberry Jello Angel Food Cakeu003c/au003e recipe, I add hot water to the Jello to activate it. Not only does it give the dessert flavor, but also help to u0022set upu0022 since it is a no-bake cake.