Are you looking for a cool and refreshing dessert? Look no further than this Key Lime Poke Cake! It has all the creamy and citrusy goodness of a classic Key Lime Pie, but in a fun and easy-to-make poke cake form. If you haven’t tried a poke cake before, you’re in for a treat. The unique method allows a delicious filling to seep into the cake, giving every bite a burst of flavor.

To make this delightful treat, you start by poking holes all over the cake with the end of a wooden spoon. But don’t worry, you won’t poke all the way through! Then, you pour a sweet whipped cream mixture flavored with key lime juice over the top. This filling seeps down into the holes, infusing the cake with a creamy and tangy taste.

But we’re not done yet! More whipped cream goes over the top of the cake, adding an extra layer of creaminess. This casual yet delicious cake is moist, sweet, and has that perfect zing of key lime to keep things bright and refreshing.

Key Lime Poke Cake

• Serves 15
• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Cook time: 20 minutes
• Inactive time: 1 hour

Ingredients

• 1 box white cake mix, plus ingredients called for on box

For the filling:

• 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
• 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup bottled key lime juice
• Zest from 1 lime

For the topping:

• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Preparation

1. Prepare and bake the cake according to the package instructions in a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. Let the cake cool for 5 minutes, then poke holes all over it with the handle of a wooden spoon, being careful not to poke through to the bottom. Set aside.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the condensed milk, whipping cream, and lime zest until well combined. Add the lime juice and whisk again until thickened. Pour the filling over the cake, using a spatula to spread it and encourage it to fill in the holes. Chill for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
4. While the cake is chilling, make the topping. In another medium bowl, beat the whipping cream and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until it starts to thicken. Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
5. Spread the whipped cream topping over the cake and garnish with sliced limes and lime zest, if desired. Enjoy!