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Lime Jell-O Cake: The Ultimate St Patrick’s Day Dessert Delight Recipe

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  • Author: anna
  • Total Time: 4 hours 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

Lime Jell-O Cake is a vibrant and refreshing St. Patrick’s Day dessert that features a moist white cake enhanced with bright green lime Jell-O soaked throughout. Topped with a luscious whipped cream and cream cheese frosting, this dessert is both visually stunning and deliciously tangy, perfect for festive celebrations.

Ingredients

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Cake

  • 1 box White Cake Mix (15.25 oz box)
  • A few drops Green Food Dye

Jell-O Layer

  • 1 pack Lime Jell-O (3 oz)
  • 1 cup Boiling Water
  • 1 cup Cold Water

Whipped Cream Topping

  • 1.5 cups Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 1 package Cream Cheese (8 oz)
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake: Follow the white cake mix box instructions to prepare the batter. Add a few drops of green food dye to the batter to give it a festive color. Pour the batter into a greased 7×11-inch baking dish and bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Cool and Poke Holes: Allow the cake to cool on the counter for about 15 minutes. Using the handle of a wooden spoon or similar utensil, poke holes approximately ½ to 1 inch apart across the entire surface of the cake. This step helps the Jell-O to penetrate deeply into the cake for maximum flavor.
  3. Make the Lime Jell-O: In a bowl, dissolve the lime Jell-O powder in 1 cup of boiling water, stirring thoroughly until the powder is completely dissolved. Then, stir in 1 cup of cold water to cool the mixture slightly.
  4. Soak the Cake with Jell-O: Carefully pour the prepared lime Jell-O evenly over the cooled cake, ensuring that all areas are covered so the Jell-O seeps into the holes and saturates the cake layer evenly.
  5. Chill the Cake: Place the cake in the refrigerator and chill for 3 to 4 hours. This chilling period allows the Jell-O to fully set within the cake, creating a moist texture and a burst of lime flavor throughout.
  6. Whip the Cream: Using a mixer, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form, indicating it is firm enough for folding.
  7. Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting: In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese with powdered sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined to create a light and fluffy topping.
  8. Top the Cake: Spread the cream cheese whipped topping evenly over the chilled Jell-O soaked cake. Serve chilled and enjoy this festive and delicious dessert.

Notes

  • Ensure the cake is cooled slightly before poking holes to prevent it from crumbling.
  • Use a greased baking dish to prevent sticking and for easy removal.
  • The chilling time is essential for the Jell-O to properly set inside the cake—do not skip this step.
  • This dessert can be made a day ahead and refrigerated to enhance the flavor even further.
  • For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and heavy cream substitutes.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Lime Jell-O Cake, St Patrick’s Day dessert, lime dessert, Jell-O cake, creamy cake, festive dessert

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