Lemon Jello Poke Cake

The cake is super moist. The flavor was the perfect combination of sweet and tangy… I really liked having a lighter option for dessert. 

Ingredients

Cake

• 3-ounce package lemon Jello
• 1 box lemon cake mix
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup hot water
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil

Glaze

• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 5 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• Whipped cream and extra powdered sugar for topping (optional)

Directions

Cake

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Mix Jello and water; cool.
3. Mix oil and cake mix.
4. Add eggs to the mix, one at a time.
5. Add the cooled Jello and mix.
6. Spread in greased 9 x 13-inch pan.
7. Bake at 350 degrees for 27-30 minutes.
8. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes, then add the glaze.
9. Allow cake to cool completely before cutting.

Glaze

1. Mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.
2. Using a toothpick or fork, poke holes in the top of cake; pour glaze over top and sides.

Sprinkle on some extra powdered sugar and top with a dollop of whipped cream (optional) before serving.

~CG