Description
This lemon poke cake is incredibly moist and bursting with bright, tangy lemon flavor. The cake gets its unique texture and taste from poking holes in the warm cake and pouring over a sweet lemon glaze, allowing every bite to soak up citrusy goodness. Perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or whenever you crave a refreshing dessert, it’s wonderful served alone or with a dollop of whipped topping or vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Cake
- 1 (15.25-ounce) package yellow cake mix
- 1 (3.4-ounce) package instant lemon pudding mix
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
Lemon Glaze
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
Instructions
- Prep the Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
- Prepare the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, stir together the yellow cake mix and instant lemon pudding mix. Add water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until smooth and well blended for a uniform batter.
- Bake the Cake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Poke the Cake: While the cake is still hot from the oven, use a fork to poke holes all over the top. This will help the glaze soak in for maximum lemony flavor.
- Make and Add the Lemon Glaze: In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Immediately pour the glaze evenly over the hot cake and let it seep into the holes.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely so the glaze can set. For an extra treat, serve with whipped topping or vanilla ice cream if desired.
Notes
- Ensure to poke enough holes so the glaze distributes evenly.
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice gives the glaze the best flavor.
- This cake can be stored covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerated for longer freshness.
- Let the cake cool completely before slicing for clean pieces.
- Customize the garnish with lemon zest or slices for extra citrus punch.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/24 cake
- Calories: 1338
- Sugar: 153g
- Sodium: 2448mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 283g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 31mg
