Celebrate st. patrick's day with this easy lime jello poke cake recipe

A festive st. patrick's day dessert

This lime Jello poke cake is a fun and refreshing way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. With a light and fluffy white cake infused with bright green lime Jello, it's perfect for parties, potlucks, or a sweet treat at home.

What you

What you'll need

  • 1 box white cake mix (15.25 oz)
  • Green Food dye (gel brand)
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 3 oz lime Jello
  • For the frosting: 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream, 8 oz cream cheese, 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 pinch salt, 1 tsp vanilla extract

How to make it

Prepare the cake mix according to the box instructions, adding a few squeezes of green Food dye. Bake in a 7x11-inch pan and let cool for 15 minutes.

Poke the cake with a fork and slowly pour the liquid lime Jello over it until absorbed. Chill for 3-4 hours.

For the frosting, beat heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. In a separate bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, salt, and vanilla; beat until smooth, then fold in whipped cream.

Storage tips

This St. Patrick's Day poke cake should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Enjoy!

This lime Jello poke cake is sure to bring smiles to every table. Light, refreshing, and fun, it's the perfect dessert for celebrating St. Patrick's Day with friends and family.