If your sweet tooth is seeking something bright and refreshing, this Lemon Poke Cake from Twin Cities food blogger greens & chocolate is the solution. And it only takes a few ingredients and 45 minutes to make!

I’m usually a chocolate dessert girl, but if I’m not having chocolate, then it’s lemon. There’s just something so bright and cheery about lemon-flavored desserts. They’re simply the perfect way to brighten up a winter’s day or to welcome in the spring.

This Lemon Poke Cake is inspired by old-fashioned cake recipes that pour a warm Jell-O mixture over a warm cake. Poke cakes lend themselves to a variety of flavors. It all depends on the type of cake mix and Jell-O flavor you use. My favorite? Lemon, of course! 

This recipe uses lemon cake mix AND lemon Jell-O, which not only amplifies the citrus flavor but also lends a moistness to the cake that is truly irresistible.

This lemon cake requires minimal ingredients and is a dessert everyone will love, making it perfect for potlucks, parties, birthdays or any gathering! 

*Note: for the hot water, I place it in a glass measuring cup and microwave for 90 seconds. Heat in 30-second increments until you see the water start to boil. Then combine with the Jell-O package immediately.