Lemon poke cake is a classic dessert that is both refreshing and delicious. It is made with a moist and fluffy cake that is poked with holes and then filled with a tangy lemon filling. The cake is then topped with a creamy whipped cream frosting and sometimes garnished with fresh lemon zest or slices. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, this article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect lemon poke cake. From selecting the right ingredients to mastering the baking and filling techniques, we will provide you with all the information you need to make a stunning and flavorful lemon poke cake that will impress your family and friends.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
LEMON POKE CAKE
PERFECT Lemon Poke Cake. Original recipe! Moist, easy, and bursting with lemon flavor, this old fashioned lemon jello cake will melt in your mouth!
Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a 9x13-inch pan with nonstick spray.
- Dissolve the gelatin in the boiling water. (I measured the water into a large measuring cup, then stirred the gelatin right in. You could also do this in a heatproof bowl.) Let cool to room temperature.
- In a medium mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together the oil, applesauce, and eggs until combined. Beat in the cooled gelatin. Reduce the speed to low, then slowly add in the cake mix, stopping as soon as the dry ingredients disappear.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the top springs back lightly when touched and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean with just a few moist crumbs clinging to it.
- While the cake bakes, in a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
- While the cake is still warm, use the tines of a fork to poke holes all over the top. Pour the glaze slowly and evenly over the top, allowing it to drip down into the holes. Let cool to room temperature. Enjoy warm or hot with plenty of fresh berries and whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice of 20, Calories 201 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Sugar 13 g
LEMON POKE CAKE
This deliciously moist BEST Lemon Poke Cake recipe is perfect for any occasion! It's made easy thanks to a boxed cake mix and instant pudding!
Provided by Jessica Formicola
Categories Dessert
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine yellow cake mix, water, vegetable oil, eggs and lemon extract or fresh lemon juice. Mix until just combined. Pour into prepared baking dish. Bake for 25 minutes, or until cake passes the toothpick test.
- Remove cake from the oven and poke with the end of a wooden spoon or a straw while still hot. Make many holes. The more holes, the more space for the delicious pudding to hide.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly.
- Meanwhile whisk together instant lemon pudding mix with milk. It will be liquidy, but will start to thicken as you whisk. It will take about 2 minutes. When you start to feel resistance allow to stand for 1 minute. Don't wait until it sets too long or it will be too thick to sink down into your holes.
- Pour pudding mix over cake, patting down into the holes. Use a toothpick and prick more holes into the cake and pudding. Tap the whole dish several times to allow the pudding to settle into the cake.
- Chill for a minimum of 30 minutes, but wait to frost until cake is cooled or else the frosting will melt.
- When ready to frost, prepare whipped lemon frosting whip cream in a large bowl until it starts to stiffen. Add powdered sugar.
- Fold in lemon extract or fresh lemon juice.
- Cover and chill for 30 minutes before serving.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 kcal, Carbohydrate 37 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 74 mg, Sodium 282 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 17 g, ServingSize 1 serving
LEMON POKE CAKE II
This is a moist lemony cake. It is called a poke cake because you poke holes in it to absorb the glaze. If you want, you can serve this with vanilla ice cream or whipped topping.
Provided by MARBALET
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Lemon Dessert Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan.
- In a large bowl, stir together the cake mix and instant pudding. Add the water, oil and eggs, mix until smooth and well blended. Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 40 to45 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. While the cake is still hot, poke holes in the top with a fork. In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice and confectioners sugar until smooth. Pour over hot cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30.9 g, Cholesterol 31.4 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 206.2 mg, Sugar 19.3 g
LEMONADE POKE CAKE
This recipe appeared in a local newspaper. My family likes anything lemon. This is great for the summer because it is simple and refreshing.
Provided by CURLEYBERLEY
Categories Dessert
Time 2h45m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare cake mix in 13 X 9" pan according to package directions. Let cool slightly.
- Poke holes in cake at 1" intervals with a wooden spoon.
- Mix lemonade and sugar. Microwave briefly to dissolve sugar. Drizzle lemonade over cake.
- Refrigerate until cold. Spread Cool Whip over cake and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.6, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 80.6, Sodium 460.2, Carbohydrate 81.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 58, Protein 5.6
LEMON POKE CAKE
I got this off of allrecipes.com website. It is delicious!!!!!! I have made it 3-4 times since finding it in March. Very moist, YUM.
Provided by ladyautumn
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 1 9 x 13 cake, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrres. Grease and flour a 9 x 13 inch pan.
- In a large bowl, stir together the cake mix and instant pudding. Add the water, oil, and eggs, mix until smooth and well blended. Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, until toothpick comes out clean. While the cake is still hot poke holes in the top with a fork.
- In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice and confectioners sugar until smooth.
- Pour over hot cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.6, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 53.5, Sodium 310.4, Carbohydrate 46.5, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 28.9, Protein 3
LEMON CURD POKE CAKE
A super easy recipe to make a delicious, moist, and lemony cake. For ease and convenience I made it with store-bought lemon curd but feel free to use homemade.
Provided by Yoly
Categories Poke Cake
Time 1h45m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch cake pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Mix cake mix, eggs, water, and oil in a large bowl until well blended. Pour into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 27 minutes. Transfer cake to a wire rack and cool for 15 minutes.
- Poke holes into the top of the cake with the handle of a wooden spoon, about 1/2 inch apart.
- Pour lemon curd over the cake and spread with a spatula until lemon curd is absorbed into the holes. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Frost with whipped topping and sprinkle with lemon zest. Keep refrigerated until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 56.5 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 223.8 mg, Sugar 26.2 g
Tips:
- Use a fresh lemon. Fresh lemon juice and zest will give your cake the best flavor.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
- Be patient when poking the holes in the cake. You want to make sure that the holes are deep enough for the glaze to penetrate.
- Make the glaze ahead of time. This will give it time to thicken and cool.
- Serve the cake chilled. This will help the glaze to set and make the cake even more refreshing.
Conclusion:
Lemon poke cake is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like your cake tart or sweet, there is a lemon poke cake recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give lemon poke cake a try. You won't be disappointed!
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