Description

This St. Patricks Day Lime Poke Cake is a refreshing treat with its zesty lime flavor and fluffy whipped cream topping. Easy to make and perfect for any gathering, it combines simple ingredients for a delightful dessert experience.

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1 1/4 cups buttermilk, well shaken
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 ounces lime gelatin
2 cups heavy cream, cold
1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for cream)
green sanding sugar (for sprinkling)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Combine the buttermilk and vanilla in a spouted measuring cup.
In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar on medium speed for about 5 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Gradually mix in the eggs until well incorporated into the butter mixture.
Alternately add the dry flour mixture and the buttermilk mixture, starting and ending with the flour, until everything is blended well.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 minutes; let it cool for 30 minutes afterward.
Use a fork to poke holes into the cake, spaced about 1 inch apart.
In a separate bowl, dissolve the lime gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water, then stir in 1/2 cup of cold water and pour it over the cake.
Chill the cake in the refrigerator for 2 hours to set the gelatin.
In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until fluffy and soft peaks form.
Spread the whipped cream over the chilled cake, sprinkle with green sanding sugar, and serve.

Notes

Make sure to let the gelatin mixture cool slightly before pouring it over the cake to prevent it from making the cake soggy.
Refrigeration is crucial for this cake as it helps the flavors meld and set properly.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 80mg