Lemon Cake

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Servings: 10 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A moist, citrus-infused cake soaked in zesty lemon gelatin and topped with creamy lemon pudding.
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Lemon Cake

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 10 Calories: 6.2

Description

This refreshing Lemon Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the convenience of a boxed mix with homemade flair. The sponge cake is baked until golden, then immediately soaked with a cool, zesty mixture of lemon gelatin and lemon-lime soda, ensuring every bite is moist and bursting with citrus flavor. Topped with a rich, creamy layer of lemon instant pudding folded into whipped cream, this cake offers a perfect balance of light and indulgent textures. It is an excellent choice for summer picnics, family gatherings, or a simple weeknight treat. The bright acidity cuts through the sweetness, making it a crowd-pleaser that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum satisfaction.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to the temperature specified on the cake mix box. Grease a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  2. Prepare the lemon cake batter according to package instructions and pour into the prepared pan.
  3. Bake the cake according to package instructions until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. While the cake bakes, dissolve the gelatin in 1 1/2 cups of boiling water.
  5. Gently stir in 1 1/2 cups of lemon-lime soda to the dissolved gelatin.
  6. Refrigerate the gelatin mixture until cool, but not set.
  7. Immediately after removing the hot cake from the oven, use a fork to poke holes all over the surface of the cake.
  8. Spoon the cool gelatin mixture evenly over the hot cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
  9. In a large bowl, beat together the lemon instant pudding mix and 1 1/3 cups of cold milk until thickened.
  10. Gently fold 1 cup of whipped cream into the pudding mixture until combined.
  11. Spread the pudding and whipped cream mixture evenly over the top of the soaked cake.
  12. Refrigerate the cake completely until the topping is set, before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 6.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.4mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 1.9g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
Sugars 0.5g
Protein 0.2g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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