Lemon Poke Cake II

Poke cakes became popular in the 1970s and are named after the technique of poking holes in the cake to allow the filling or sauce to seep into it.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 165 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Lemon Poke Cake II

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 2 hrs 45 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3120

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 box Yellow cake mix
• 1 package Lemon gelatin mix
• 1.5 cup Boiling water
• 1 cup Cold water
• 0.5 cup Lemon juice
• 1 container Whipped topping
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• optional for garnish Lemon slices

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the yellow cake mix according to package directions. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
3. Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes.
4. Remove cake from the oven and poke holes all over the top using a fork or straw.
5. In a small bowl, dissolve lemon gelatin mix in boiling water. Stir in cold water and lemon juice. Pour mixture over the warm cake, making sure to fill the holes.
6. Refrigerate cake for at least 2 hours to allow the gelatin to set.
7. Spread whipped topping over the cooled cake. Sprinkle with lemon zest.
8. Garnish with lemon slices, if desired.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 390kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16g25%

Total Carbohydrate 58g20%

Sugars 40g

Protein 4g8%

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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.