Description
Coconut Lime Poke Cake is a refreshing dessert that transports you to a tropical paradise with every bite. This light, fluffy cake is soaked in a zesty coconut-lime syrup, topped with a cloud of whipped cream and toasted coconut for delightful texture. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy family dinners, this recipe is simple enough for novice bakers yet impressive enough to wow your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow or white cake mix
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1/2 cup toasted shredded coconut
- Zest of 1 lime for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix the cake mix with coconut milk according to package instructions until smooth.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×13 inch pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool slightly, then poke holes across the surface using the handle of a wooden spoon.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, and remaining coconut milk to create the syrup.
- Pour the syrup evenly over the warm cake, allowing it to soak in.
- Once cooled completely, spread whipped topping over the cake and sprinkle with toasted shredded coconut and lime zest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg