Best 6 Strawberry Lemon Poke Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the exquisite fusion of sweet strawberries and zesty lemons in a delightful culinary creation: strawberry lemon poke cake. This tantalizing dessert combines layers of moist cake, tangy lemon curd, and a refreshing strawberry sauce, culminating in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of crafting this delectable masterpiece, transforming your kitchen into a bakery of pure bliss.

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STRAWBERRY LEMONADE POKE CAKE



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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

STRAWBERRY-LEMON POKE CAKE



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A delicious strawberry-lemon version of everyone's favorite poke cake that is perfect for warmer weather get-togethers.

Provided by My Hot Southern Mess

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Strawberry Dessert Recipes

Time 5h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (15.25 ounce) package vanilla cake mix (such as Betty Crocker®)
1 cup water
3 eggs
⅓ cup vegetable oil
2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant lemon pudding mix, divided
2 (8 ounce) containers whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), divided
2 (16 ounce) packages fresh strawberries, diced, divided
¾ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons lemon zest, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Combine cake mix, water, eggs, oil, and 1 box lemon pudding in a large bowl; beat using 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, 28 to 33 minutes. Immediately after baking, poke holes down through cake with the rounded handle of a wooden spoon in 1-inch intervals. Set aside to cool for 20 minutes.
  • While cake is baking, combine one 8-ounce container of whipped topping with remaining package of lemon pudding mix in a small bowl. Mix until pudding is well incorporated. Place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  • Add one 16-ounce package of diced strawberries to a saucepan with sugar, cornstarch, and 2 teaspoons lemon zest. Cook over medium heat until it begins to boil, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and allow to simmer until strawberries soften, sugar has fully dissolved, and syrup has thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Spread lemon pudding mixture evenly across the cooled cake, allowing it to go into the holes. Pour and spread strawberry syrup mixture on top of the lemon layer. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours.
  • Frost cake with remaining 8 ounces of whipped topping and top with remaining strawberries and remaining lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 20.8 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 232.4 mg, Sugar 18 g

STRAWBERRY LEMONADE POKE CAKE



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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

STRAWBERRY POKE CAKE



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While this is certainly one of our prettiest poke cakes, don't let its impressive looks intimidate you. This sensational strawberry poke cake only takes 15 minutes of prep and six ingredients to make. A tender-crumbed white cake is poked and filled with strawberry Jell-O™ so each slice boasts a vibrant interior. Top with fluffy frosting and fresh strawberries for a dessert that's truly ready to party.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ white cake mix
Water, oil and egg whites called for on cake mix box
1 cup boiling water
1 box (4-serving size) Jell-O™ strawberry-flavored gelatin
1 container (12 oz) Betty Crocker™ Whipped fluffy white frosting
1 tube (0.68 oz) Betty Crocker™ red decorating gel
12 fresh strawberries, cut in half

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, oil and egg whites with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pan.
  • Bake 28 to 32 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on cooling rack 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, pour boiling water on gelatin; stir until gelatin is dissolved. Poke cake every inch with handle of wooden spoon or tines of meat fork halfway into cake. Carefully pour strawberry gelatin evenly over top of cake. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Spread frosting over top of cake. Drizzle red decorating gel over frosting. Cut into 4 rows by 3 rows. Garnish each piece of cake with strawberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291, Carbohydrate 59 g, Fat 3, Fiber 1/2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 363 mg

STRAWBERRY LEMONADE POKE CAKE



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Make and share this Strawberry Lemonade Poke Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by pillsbury12

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h25m

Yield 1 9X13 pan

Number Of Ingredients 6

lemon cake mix, 1 box
6 ounces strawberry Jell-O gelatin dessert
1 1/2 cups boiling water
16 ounces Cool Whip, Large container
2 tablespoons of powdered lemonade mix
sliced strawberry (optional)

Steps:

  • Bake cake in a 9 x 13 inch pan. Let cool for 5-10 minutes. Poke holes all over cake using the end of a wooden spoon or a straw.
  • Put jello in a medium size bowl and pour in boiled water, dissolve and let sit for 2 minutes, then pour all over cake.
  • Let cake cool completely.
  • Sprinkle the Lemonade mix over the Cool Whip and fold it in DO NOT MIX OR BEAT this will cause the whip topping to go flat.
  • Once the cake has cooled, spread the whip topping over your cake and garnish with sliced strawberries if you wish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2193.2, Fat 115.1, SaturatedFat 98.8, Sodium 930.2, Carbohydrate 284.9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 276.6, Protein 18.9

STRAWBERRY POKE CAKE



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That classic spring treat-strawberry shortcake-takes on a wonderful new twist with this recipe. Strawberry gelatin and strawberries liven up each pretty slice of this lovely layered strawberry poke cake that's made from a convenient boxed mix. -Mary Jo Griggs, West Bend, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package white cake mix (regular size)
1-1/4 cups water
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup canola oil
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed
2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry gelatin
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
Fresh strawberries, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, eggs and oil; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes., Pour into 2 greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 25-35 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Using a serrated knife, level tops of cakes if necessary. Return layers, top side up, to 2 clean 9-in. round baking pans. Pierce cakes with a meat fork or wooden skewer at 1/2-in. intervals. , Drain juice from strawberries into a 2-cup measuring cup; refrigerate berries. Add water to juice to measure 2 cups; pour into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; stir in gelatin until dissolved. Chill for 30 minutes. Gently spoon over each cake layer. Chill for 2-3 hours., Dip bottom of 1 pan into warm water for 10 seconds. Invert cake onto a serving platter. Top with chilled strawberries and 1 cup whipped topping. Place second cake layer over topping., Frost cake with remaining whipped topping. Chill for at least 1 hour. Serve with fresh berries if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 301mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have a Bundt pan, you can use a 9x13 inch baking pan. Just adjust the baking time accordingly.
  • Be sure to poke the holes in the cake all the way to the bottom so that the glaze can soak in.
  • Let the cake cool completely before pouring the glaze over it. This will help the glaze set properly.
  • Serve the cake cold or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

This strawberry lemon poke cake is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your cake sweet or tart, this recipe has you covered. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give this strawberry lemon poke cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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