Description
Key Lime Poke Cake is a refreshing dessert that captures the essence of summer with its zesty key lime flavor and moist texture. This easy-to-make cake features a light, fluffy topping and an irresistible sweet-tangy filling that seeps into each slice, making it perfect for gatherings or special occasions. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this delightful treat that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1 cup water
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed key lime juice
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp lime zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, water, eggs, and oil. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes. Poke holes all over the top using a skewer or fork.
- In another bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk and key lime juice until smooth. Pour this mixture over the warm cake, ensuring it fills all the holes.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours to let the flavors meld.
- Once chilled, spread whipped topping evenly over the cake and sprinkle with lime zest before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg