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mother's day Raspberry Lemon Poke Cake

Delightful Mother's Day Raspberry Lemon Poke Cake Recipe

This Mother's Day Raspberry Lemon Poke Cake is a delightful, gluten-free dessert bursting with tangy raspberry flavor, perfect for special gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Lemon Cake Mix Ensure it's gluten-free if needed.
  • 1 cup Fresh Raspberries Substitute with frozen if fresh aren't available.
For the Raspberry Syrup
  • 1 cup Raspberry Syrup Strain seeds for smooth texture.
For the Creamy Topping
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use dairy-free cream cheese for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Chill before whipping.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Mix for a smooth topping.
For Added Flavor
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Enhances the lemon flavor.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Almond milk can be swapped for dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Saucepan
  • Fine Mesh Sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine lemon cake mix with water, oil, and eggs as per the package instructions. Mix until smooth, then pour into a greased 9x13-inch pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
  2. Once the cake is warm, poke holes all over the surface using a fork, aiming for at least 20 holes.
  3. In a saucepan, combine fresh raspberries and sugar over medium heat. Simmer for 10 minutes, then strain through a fine mesh sieve.
  4. Pour the warm raspberry syrup generously over the poked cake and allow it to absorb for about 15 minutes.
  5. Beat cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Fold in whipped cream, then mix in powdered sugar and lemon zest.
  6. Cover the cake with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  7. Slice into squares and optionally garnish with fresh raspberries or lemon zest before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, allow the cake to chill overnight before serving.

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