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Easy Refreshing Strawberry Lemonade Poke Cake Recipe for Summer Bliss

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A moist and tangy strawberry lemonade poke cake perfect for summer gatherings, featuring a lemonade syrup soaked cake topped with fresh strawberries and fluffy frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box yellow cake mix (about 15.25 oz / 432 g)
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil (120 ml)
  • 1 cup water (240 ml)
  • 1 can frozen lemonade concentrate (about 12 oz / 340 g), thawed
  • 1/2 cup water (120 ml) for lemonade syrup
  • 1/4 cup sugar (50 g) for lemonade syrup
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (25 g) for strawberry topping
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (15 ml)
  • 8 oz whipped topping (226 g), thawed
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (60 g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 ml)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and 1 cup water. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
  3. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  4. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  5. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes.
  6. While still warm, poke holes all over the cake about 1 inch apart using a wooden skewer or fork, about halfway through the cake.
  7. In a small bowl, mix thawed lemonade concentrate, 1/2 cup water, and 1/4 cup sugar until sugar dissolves.
  8. Pour the lemonade syrup evenly over the poked cake and let it absorb for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
  9. Toss sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Let macerate for 15-20 minutes.
  10. In a medium bowl, beat whipped topping with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
  11. Spread the frosting evenly over the soaked cake.
  12. Spoon the macerated strawberries on top, distributing the juices over the frosting.
  13. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.

Notes

Do not overbake the cake to keep it moist. Poke holes while the cake is still warm for better syrup absorption. Pour lemonade syrup slowly and evenly to avoid soggy spots. Fresh strawberries provide the best flavor, but frozen thawed strawberries can be used. Chill the cake adequately to let flavors meld and frosting set. For gluten-free, use gluten-free cake mix; for dairy-free, use coconut whipped topping.

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