Description
Emerald-hued Shamrock Delight Poke Cake brings Irish spirit to dessert tables with its playful green layers and creamy texture. Guests will savor each moist, festive bite of this St. Patrick’s Day celebration centerpiece.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Base:
- 1 box white cake mix
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 3 egg whites
Gelatin Layer:
- 1 package (3 ounces / 85 grams) lime Jell-O gelatin
Topping:
- 1 container whipped topping
- 2 tablespoons green sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 350F and lightly coating a 9×13 inch pan with non-stick spray.
- Combine cake mix, water, oil, and egg whites using an electric mixer until a smooth batter forms. Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
- Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan. Simultaneously, create the gelatin mixture by dissolving lime gelatin in boiling water, then incorporating cold water to complete the liquid.
- Perforate the cake surface systematically with a fork, creating small channels approximately 1/2 inch apart. Gently cascade the lime gelatin across the cake, ensuring complete absorption into the holes.
- Refrigerate the cake for one hour to allow the gelatin to set and solidify throughout the dessert.
- Once chilled, distribute whipped topping evenly across the cake’s surface, creating a smooth layer. Enhance the visual appeal by sprinkling green decorative crystals over the topping.
- Slice the cake into serving portions and present this vibrant, festive dessert for immediate enjoyment.
Notes
- Swap standard cake mix with gluten-free or low-sugar alternatives for dietary needs.
- Adjust gelatin strength by reducing cold water for more intense lime flavor.
- Enhance moisture by using sour cream or Greek yogurt instead of water in cake batter.
- Create dairy-free version by using coconut whipped topping and checking gelatin compatibility.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg