Lemon-Blueberry Poke Cake
This Lemon-Blueberry Poke Cake is a must-try dessert that combines zesty lemon and juicy blueberries for a refreshing spring treat.
Equipment
- 13" x 9" baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- - Medium saucepan
- skewer or wooden spoon
Ingredients
For the Cake Base
- 1 can Cooking Spray Prevents the cake from sticking to the baking dish for easy removal.
- 13.25 oz Vanilla Cake Mix The foundation of your cake gives it lovely structure and flavor.
For the Blueberry Sauce
- 2.5 cups Fresh or Frozen Blueberries Essential for flavor and moisture.
- 0.5 cup Juice of Lemon Adds a refreshing tanginess to the sauce.
For the Frosting
- 16 oz Cream Cheese Provides creaminess and tang.
- 2 sticks Unsalted Butter Adds richness to the frosting.
- 2.25 cups Confectioners' Sugar Sweetens and thickens the frosting.
- 0.5 cup Store-bought Whipped Topping Introduces lightness to the frosting.
- 1 tbsp Zest of Lemon Enhances the aromatic flavor of the frosting.
- 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Adds depth to your frosting's flavor.
For the Garnish
- Fresh Blueberries Enhances the cake's presentation.
Instructions
How to Make Lemon-Blueberry Poke Cake
- Preheat your oven according to the package instructions. Grease a 13"x9" baking dish with cooking spray, then bake the vanilla cake mix as directed until a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool slightly before moving to the next step.
- Once the cake has cooled for about 10-15 minutes, use a skewer or the end of a wooden spoon to poke holes evenly across the cake.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries, lemon juice, and sugar over medium heat. Cook while gently stirring until the blueberries soften and create a juicy sauce—about 5-7 minutes. Pour the warm sauce generously over the poked cake, ensuring it fills the holes.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until creamy and smooth. Gradually add in the confectioners' sugar, mixing until it’s well combined. Finally, stir in the lemon zest and pure vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Spread the creamy frosting evenly over the chilled cake. For an extra touch, garnish with fresh blueberries and additional lemon zest as desired.
Notes
Chill before serving to enhance flavors and avoid soggy cake by thawing frozen blueberries completely before use.