Lemon-Lime Poke Cake

Poke cakes originated in the United States in the 1970s and got their name from the process of poking holes in the cake to allow the filling to seep in.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Lemon-Lime Poke Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Cake, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 40 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2560

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 box Yellow cake mix
• 1 cup Lemon-lime soda
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Lime zest
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Lime juice
• 1 can Sweetened condensed milk
• 1 container Whipped topping
• 8 for garnish Lemon slices
• 8 for garnish Lime slices

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, lemon-lime soda, lemon zest, and lime zest. Mix until well combined.
3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
4. Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lime juice, and sweetened condensed milk.
7. Pour the mixture evenly over the warm cake, making sure it seeps into the holes.
8. Allow the cake to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
9. Before serving, spread the whipped topping over the cake.
10. Garnish with lemon and lime slices.
11. Slice and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 52g18%

Sugars 36g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.