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Orange Crush Poke Cake

Delightful Orange Crush Poke Cake for Summer Celebrations

This Orange Crush Poke Cake is a must-have summer dessert, blending vibrant flavors and a delightful poke effect into a crowd-pleasing treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box White Cake Mix Can use lemon or vanilla cake mix for variations.
  • 3 large Egg Whites Whole eggs can be used for a richer flavor.
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil Substitute melted butter for added flavor.
  • 1 cup Water
For the Poke Filling
  • 1 cup Orange Soda Substitute with lemon-lime soda for a different flavor profile.
  • 1 box Orange Gelatin Mix Use lemon gelatin for a citrus twist.
  • 1 cup Boiling Water
For the Topping
  • 1 container Whipped Topping Use homemade whipped cream for a fresher taste.
  • 1/4 cup Orange Sprinkles Adds playful color and a festive appearance.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, egg whites, vegetable oil, and water, whisk until smooth.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes and poke holes using the handle of a wooden spoon.
  5. Slowly pour orange soda over the cake, covering all holes, and let absorb for 10 minutes.
  6. Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to meld flavors.
  7. Spread whipped topping over the cooled cake and garnish with orange sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 240mgPotassium: 70mgSugar: 20gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Cooling completely before poking holes is key for best results. Consider experimenting with different soda flavors for a unique variation.

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