Description
This delightful Lemon Pudding Poke Cake is a refreshing dessert that combines the sweetness of cake with a zesty lemon pudding filling, topped off with whipped cream and optional garnishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 (3 oz) package instant lemon pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 cup whipped topping
- Fresh lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional, for added flavor)
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until well blended.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, use a fork to poke holes all over the cake.
- Prepare the Pudding: In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant lemon pudding mix and cold milk. Continue whisking for about 2 minutes until it thickens.
- Fill the Holes: Pour the lemon pudding mixture over the cake, ensuring it fills the holes and seeps into the cake.
- Chill the Cake: Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Add Whipped Topping: After chilling, spread the whipped topping evenly over the cake.
- Garnish: Optionally, garnish with fresh lemon slices and lemon zest for added flair.
- Serve: Slice and serve chilled, enjoying the refreshing burst of lemon flavor in every bite.
Notes
- Make sure to let the cake cool completely before filling it with the pudding to avoid melting the topping.
- This cake can be made a day in advance and kept refrigerated, making it perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg