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Key Lime Poke Cake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes plus 1 hour chilling
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This vibrant and tangy Key Lime Poke Cake is a refreshing twist on traditional poke cakes, featuring a moist white cake infused with a luscious blend of sweetened condensed milk, fresh Key lime juice, and whipped cream. Finished with whipped topping and garnished with lime zest and slices, this dessert is perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you crave a bright, citrusy treat.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 1 15.25 ounce box white cake mix
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup water

Filling

  • 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • 3/4 cup whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup Key lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon grated lime peel
  • Neon green food coloring (a few drops)

Topping & Garnish

  • 1 8 oz container whipped topping
  • Lime zest and lime slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the cake.
  2. Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent the cake from sticking.
  3. Mix Cake Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the white cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water according to the box instructions until smooth and well combined.
  4. Pour Batter: Pour the prepared batter evenly into the greased baking dish.
  5. Bake Cake: Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, indicating it’s fully cooked.
  6. Cool Cake Slightly: Let the cake cool slightly to make it easier to poke holes without crumbs falling apart.
  7. Poke Holes: Using a large straw or the end of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the surface of the cake to allow the filling to soak in.
  8. Prepare Filling: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, Key lime juice, whipping cream, grated lime peel, and a few drops of neon green food coloring until smooth.
  9. Apply Filling: Pour the lime filling evenly over the cake, using a spoon to push the liquid into all the holes for maximum flavor absorption.
  10. Add Whipped Topping: Spread the container of whipped topping evenly over the entire surface of the cake for a creamy finish.
  11. Garnish: Sprinkle additional lime zest and decorate with fresh lime slices on top for a vibrant and decorative finish.
  12. Chill: Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to set.
  13. Serve: Once chilled, slice the cake into 12 servings and enjoy your refreshing Key Lime Poke Cake!

Notes

  • To get the best Key lime flavor, use fresh Key lime juice if possible.
  • If you prefer a less sweet cake, reduce the amount of sweetened condensed milk by a couple of tablespoons.
  • The neon green food coloring is optional but adds a fun and festive look to the filling.
  • Make sure to refrigerate the cake long enough so the filling fully absorbs and the cake is nicely chilled before serving.
  • This cake stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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