Luscious Lemon Poke Cake

Gluten Free
Health score
37%
Luscious Lemon Poke Cake
270 min.
16
2381kcal

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This Luscious Lemon Poke Cake is a delightful dessert that's perfect for any occasion! With its light and fluffy texture, this cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The combination of white cake, gelatin, and pudding creates a delicious and unique treat that's sure to impress. This gluten-free dessert is easy to make and perfect for those with dietary restrictions. The cake is also a great make-ahead option, as it needs to be refrigerated for several hours, making it a convenient choice for busy cooks. The final product is a beautiful, layered cake with a creamy pudding frosting that's sure to be a show-stopper. The bright and tangy lemon flavor is perfect for spring and summer gatherings, but it can be enjoyed all year round. This recipe yields a generous 16 servings, making it ideal for feeding a crowd or enjoying over several days. With a nutrition score of 46.14% and a glycemic index of 2.38, this cake is a healthier option that doesn't sacrifice taste. Indulge in a slice of this Luscious Lemon Poke Cake and enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors!

Ingredients

  • 18 inch round cake white cooled
  • ounce gelatin mix 
  • ounce gelatin mix 
  • 3.4 ounce jell-o lemon flavor pudding & pie filling instant
  • cup milk cold
  • cups water boiling
  • cups non-dairy whipped topping thawed

Equipment

  • whisk
  • cake form

Directions

  1. Place cake layers, top-sides up, in 2 clean 9-inch round cake pans. Pierce cakes with large fork at 1/2-inch intervals.
  2. Add boiling water to gelatin mix; stir 2 min. until completely dissolved. Carefully pour over cake layers. Refrigerate 3 hours.
  3. Beat milk and pudding mix with whisk 2 min. Gently stir in COOL WHIP; set aside. Dip 1 cake pan in warm water 10 sec.; unmold onto serving plate.
  4. Spread with about 1 cup pudding mixture. Unmold second cake layer; carefully place on first cake layer. Frost top and side of cake with remaining pudding mixture. Refrigerate 1 hour before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories2381kcal
Protein7.47%
Fat8.81%
Carbs83.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.38
Glycemic Load
0.27
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
46.143043569897%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:2380.92kcal
119.05%
Fat:23.32g
35.88%
Saturated Fat:8.1g
50.61%
Carbohydrates:498.75g
166.25%
Net Carbohydrates:494.87g
179.95%
Sugar:308.92g
343.25%
Cholesterol:794.91mg
264.97%
Sodium:4967.4mg
215.97%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:44.5g
89%
Vitamin B1:1.9mg
126.55%
Vitamin B2:2.13mg
125.33%
Iron:21.16mg
117.53%
Phosphorus:1119.25mg
111.93%
Selenium:72.69µg
103.84%
Folate:365.9µg
91.47%
Manganese:1.63mg
81.65%
Vitamin B3:15.01mg
75.07%
Calcium:573.64mg
57.36%
Vitamin B5:3.77mg
37.7%
Vitamin B12:1.97µg
32.89%
Zinc:4.04mg
26.94%
Copper:0.51mg
25.63%
Vitamin A:1230.54IU
24.61%
Potassium:807.05mg
23.06%
Magnesium:88.92mg
22.23%
Vitamin B6:0.42mg
20.8%
Fiber:3.88g
15.52%
Vitamin E:1.94mg
12.94%
Vitamin D:1.72µg
11.47%
Vitamin K:2.05µg
1.95%
Source:Allrecipes