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Easy Lemon Poke Cake
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4.48 from 21 votes

Easy Lemon Poke Cake

This super simple, delicious lemon cake starts with a boxed cake mix. Filled with tart lemon curd and topped with homemade whipped cream and fresh berries, it's the perfect dessert to welcome spring.
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 425kcal
Author: Danelle

Ingredients

  • 1 box yellow cake mix plus ingredients called for on box (eggs, oil, water, etc.)
  • 1 1/2 cups prepared lemon curd
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • Fresh berries for garnish

Instructions

  • Prepare cake according to package directions. Let cool for 5-10 minutes, then poke all over with the handle of a wooden spoon.
  • Spread lemon curd evenly over cake, pressing curd into the holes with a spatula or the back of a spoon. Cover and refrigerate to cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, whip the cream and sugar until soft peaks form. Spread over cooled cake. Refrigerate until serving. Top with fresh berries to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 425kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 385mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 38g