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Margarita Poke Cake Recipe

Margarita Poke Cake Recipe

Dive into the bright, refreshing flavors of our Margarita Poke Cake Recipe, a simple yet show-stopping dessert that balances tangy citrus with sweet cake for an unforgettable taste. This recipe is perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a fun weekend baking project.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • yellow cake mix 1 (15.25 ounce) box
  • ingredients required for cake mix usually eggs, oil, water
  • 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed is best
  • 1/4 cup tequila optional, for authentic flavor
  • 1 3 ounce package lime gelatin mix
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/4 cup sour cream full fat recommended
  • 1/2 cup whipped topping thawed
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime zest from about 2-3 limes
  • Fresh lime slices for garnish
  • Maraschino cherries for garnish

Method
 

  1. Combine the lime gelatin mix with boiling water and stir until dissolved. Stir in the lime juice and tequila (if using).
    1 3 ounce package lime gelatin mix, 1 cup boiling water, 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup tequila
  2. Prepare the yellow cake mix according to package directions. Bake in a 9x13 inch pan.
    yellow cake mix, ingredients required for cake mix
  3. While the cake is still warm, poke holes all over the top with a fork or skewer.
  4. Slowly pour the gelatin mixture over the warm cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
    1 3 ounce package lime gelatin mix, 1 cup boiling water, 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/4 cup tequila
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, and lime zest.
    1 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup fresh lime zest
  6. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until just combined.
    1/2 cup whipped topping
  7. Spread the whipped topping mixture evenly over the cooled cake.
    1 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup fresh lime zest, 1/2 cup whipped topping
  8. Garnish with fresh lime slices and maraschino cherries before serving.
    Fresh lime slices, Maraschino cherries

Notes

This recipe is incredibly easy to assemble, offering a burst of citrusy goodness that isn't overly sweet, making it a satisfying dessert for any occasion. Expect to spend about 20 minutes on prep, plus baking time.