Best 3 Lemonade Poke Cake Recipes

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When it comes to refreshing and delicious desserts, lemonade poke cake is a true crowd-pleaser. This delightful cake combines the bright and zesty flavors of homemade lemonade with a soft and fluffy cake base. The secret lies in the magical "pokes" that are made in the cake, creating pockets for the luscious lemonade filling to seep in, resulting in a moist and flavorful treat. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this step-by-step guide will take you through the process of creating the perfect lemonade poke cake, leaving you with a mouthwatering dessert that will tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your sweet cravings.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

STRAWBERRY LEMONADE POKE CAKE



Strawberry Lemonade Poke Cake image

A simple recipe with flavors that pop. Top cake with fresh whole or sliced strawberries just before serving.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Strawberry Cake Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
1 (15.25 ounce) package lemon cake mix (such as Duncan Hines® Lemon Supreme)
2 ¼ cups water, divided
3 large eggs
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 (3 ounce) package strawberry-flavored gelatin mix (such as Jell-O®)
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant lemon pudding mix
½ cup milk
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping (Cool Whip®), thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Combine cake mix, 1 cup water, eggs, vegetable oil, lemon zest, and juice in a large bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on low speed until moistened. Increase speed to medium and beat for 2 minutes. Pour batter into the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 21 to 26 minutes.
  • Bring 1 cup water to a boil. Pour in strawberry gelatin mix and stir until dissolved. Mix in 1/4 cup cold water.
  • Use a fork to poke holes all over the cake. Pour gelatin mixture all over the cake. Refrigerate until completely cool, at least 1 hour.
  • Combine lemon pudding mix and milk until slightly thickened. Fold in whipped topping. Top cake with the pudding mixture. Keep refrigerated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.4 calories, Carbohydrate 34.5 g, Cholesterol 42.5 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 313.7 mg, Sugar 18.4 g

LEMONADE POKE CAKE



Lemonade Poke Cake image

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

1 (18 1/4 ounce) box lemon cake mix
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)
6 ounces frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed

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

STRAWBERRY LEMONADE POKE CAKE



Strawberry Lemonade Poke Cake image

This fluffy lemon poke cake gets a surprising burst of flavor from Betty Crocker™ vanilla frosting mixed with pureed fresh strawberries. Finished with whipped topping, chopped fresh strawberries and lemon peel, it's a dessert that tastes like the sweetest days of summer.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons finely grated lemon peel
3 eggs
1 container Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting
1/2 cup finely mashed fresh strawberries (4 to 5 large berries)
1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh strawberries
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon peel

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat Cake ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pan.
  • Bake 28 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on cooling rack 10 minutes. With handle of wooden spoon (1/2 inch in diameter), poke holes almost to bottom of cake every 1/2 inch, wiping spoon handle with paper towel to reduce sticking.
  • In medium bowl, beat frosting and mashed strawberries with spoon until well blended. While cake is still warm, gently spread over cake; working back and forth to fill holes. (Some filling will remain on top of cake.) Refrigerate 2 hours.
  • Spoon and spread whipped topping evenly over top of cooled cake. Sprinkle with chopped berries and 1 tablespoon lemon peel. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg, Sugar 41 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right lemons. Meyer lemons are the traditional choice for lemonade poke cake, but any type of lemon can be used. If using regular lemons, you may need to add more sugar to the lemonade mixture.
  • Make sure the cake is completely cool before poking it. If the cake is still warm, the lemonade mixture will soak in too quickly and make the cake soggy.
  • Use a toothpick or skewer to poke the holes in the cake. This will help the lemonade mixture to soak in evenly.
  • Don't over-poke the cake. You only need to poke it enough to create small holes for the lemonade mixture to soak in.
  • Let the cake soak in the lemonade mixture for at least 30 minutes. This will give the cake time to absorb the flavor of the lemonade.
  • Serve the cake chilled. This will help to keep the cake moist and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Lemonade poke cake is a classic summer dessert that is easy to make and always a hit. With its bright citrus flavor and moist, fluffy texture, it's the perfect cake for any occasion. Whether you're serving it at a picnic, a potluck, or just a casual get-together, lemonade poke cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

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