Description
A festive and fun St. Patrick’s Day dessert, this Lucky Lime Jello Poke Cake is light, refreshing, and bursting with citrusy goodness. The vibrant green Jello seeps into the moist vanilla cake, creating a marbled effect that makes every slice as delicious as it is beautiful.
Ingredients
For the Cake Base:
- 1 box white cake mix
- Oil, water, and egg whites (as directed on the cake mix)
For the Jello Infusion:
- 1 package (3 oz) lime Jello
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
For the Topping:
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (thawed)
- St. Patrick’s Day sprinkles for garnish
Instructions
- Bake the Cake
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by greasing it lightly.
- Mix and bake the white cake according to the package instructions.
- Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before poking holes all over using a skewer or fork.
- Add the Jello Mixture
- In a small bowl, dissolve lime Jello in boiling water, then stir in cold water.
- Carefully pour the Jello mixture evenly over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes.
- Chill and Decorate
- Cover the cake and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow the Jello to set.
- Once chilled, spread the whipped topping evenly over the cake.
- Garnish with festive sprinkles for a fun, celebratory touch.
- Serve and Enjoy
- Slice into squares and serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Add a few drops of green food coloring to the cake batter for an extra festive look.
- Swap lime Jello for another flavor to match different celebrations.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American