Coconut Lime Poke Cake
Coconut lime poke cake is a tropical delight that transports your taste buds to sun-soaked beaches. This moist, flavorful cake features a luscious blend of sweet coconut and zesty lime, creating a refreshing dessert perfect for summer gatherings or any occasion. Easy to make and visually stunning, it’s sure to impress friends and family while leaving everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box white cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 8 oz Cool Whip
- Zest of 2 limes (for topping)
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix and coconut milk; mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly, then poke holes all over the top with a fork or skewer.
- Mix lime juice with sweetened condensed milk and pour evenly over the poked holes.
- Once cooled completely in the fridge for at least 2 hours, spread Cool Whip on top and sprinkle with shredded coconut and lime zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 165mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For a dairy-free version, substitute coconut milk with almond or oat milk. - Add fresh fruit like mango or kiwi on top for extra color and flavor.