St. Patrick’s Day Lime Poke Cake
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this vibrant Lime Poke Cake that infuses light, fluffy cake with zesty lime flavors. Each slice is soaked in a luscious mixture of lime juice and sweetened condensed milk, topped with a creamy whipped layer and colorful jello. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for gatherings, bringing joy and deliciousness to your table without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4 limes)
- Zest of 2 limes
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
- 1 tub whipped topping (8 oz)
- 1 box lime jello powder (3 oz)
- Green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Prepare the yellow cake mix according to package instructions and bake until golden brown, about 25-30 minutes.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly, then poke holes all over the surface with a fork.
- In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, lime zest, and sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Pour this mixture over the poked cake, allowing it to soak in.
- Prepare the lime jello powder using less water for a firmer consistency and spoon it over the cake.
- Refrigerate for at least two hours before spreading whipped topping evenly on top.
- For garnish, sprinkle additional lime zest or green food coloring before serving chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 105g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For a fun twist, substitute the lime zest with lemon or add shredded coconut for tropical flair. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.