Lemon Meringue Poke Cake

Lemon Meringue Poke Cake is made with a box cake mix, creamy lemon cream pie pudding, and topped with a homemade meringue. The best cake mix poke cake!

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Lemon Meringue Poke Cake

Lemon Meringue Poke Cake is made with a box cake mix, creamy lemon cream pie pudding, and topped with a homemade meringue. The best cake mix poke cake!

A homemade dessert that you'll love. This lemon poke cake offers a big, bold, and incredible lemon flavor you'll enjoy. Makes this cake a delicious sweet treat.

Turn boxed cake into a delicious lemon dessert with this recipe.

Makes 12 servings

Prep time: 20 minutes

Cook time: 30 minutes

Lemon Pudding Poke Cake Ingredients

White cake mix, prepared in a 9x13 pan
Lemon crème pie filling
Sugar, divided
Cream of tartar
Water
Egg whites, room temperature
For exact amounts, please see recipe card below.

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How to Make a Luscious Lemon Poke Cake

Bake your cake according to the box directions.

Use the end of wooden spoon to poke holes in the cake.

Spread the pie filling over the top of the cake, making sure to press the filling into the holes.

Prepare the meringue topping by heating 1 cup sugar, cream of tartar, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved.

While the syrup is cooking, beat the egg whites on high until soft peaks begin to form.

Slowly add the sugar while still beating. Continue beating until the meringue thickens.

When the syrup is finished cooking, slowly pour it into the bowl while beating on low.

Continue beating until the meringue is cool to the touch.

Spread the mixture over the top of the cake.

Heat under the broiler for one to two minutes, until the top is toasted.

Allow to cool and serve immediately.

Enjoy!

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Lemon Meringue Poke Cake