Description
Delight in the vibrant flavors of this Key Lime Poke Cake with a moist texture and creamy topping that brings a refreshing twist to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box cake mix (any flavor)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup Key lime juice
- 1 container (8 ounces) whipped topping
- Lime slices (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven according to the cake mix instructions and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Prepare the cake mix by following the directions on the box. Combine the cake mix with eggs and water until smooth, then pour into the prepared pan.
- Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 25 to 30 minutes.
- Cool the cake for about 15-20 minutes.
- Poke holes all over the top while the cake is still warm, about every inch.
- Mix together the sweetened condensed milk and Key lime juice in a separate bowl.
- Pour the mixture over the hot cake, filling in the holes.
- Cool the cake completely, then spread whipped topping over the top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Garnish with fresh lime slices if desired and serve.
Notes
This cake can be made a day in advance. For added fun, try different flavors or add coconut flakes for a tropical twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg