Glazed Lemon Jello Cake
Bright, citrusy, and irresistibly moist, this Glazed Lemon Jello Cake is a zesty dessert dream come true! Made with a combination of lemon cake mix and instant lemon Jello mix, this recipe delivers an explosion of vibrant lemon flavor in every bite. The secret to its tender crumb lies in the perfect blend of eggs, vegetable oil, and water, whipped together effortlessly for a smooth batter. Once baked to golden perfection, the cake is drenched in a luscious glaze made from freshly squeezed lemon juice, powdered sugar, and aromatic lemon zest, which soaks into the cake through tiny holes to create a delightful burst of tangy sweetness. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleasing treat is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or any celebration that calls for a refreshing dessert. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, and watch it disappear slice by slice!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box (about 15.25 oz) Lemon cake mix
- 1 box (3 oz) Instant lemon Jello mix
- 4 large Eggs
- 0.75 cup Vegetable oil
- 0.75 cup Water
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 0.25 cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or bundt pan.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, instant lemon Jello mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water.
Use an electric mixer on medium speed to beat the mixture for about 2 minutes, until smooth and creamy.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes if using a 9x13-inch pan, or 40-45 minutes for a bundt pan. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
While the cake bakes, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
When the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes.
Use a skewer or toothpick to poke multiple small holes all over the top of the cake while it’s still warm.
Slowly pour the glaze evenly over the cake, letting it soak into the holes.
Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing and serving. Enjoy your tangy, moist Glazed Lemon Jello Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4291 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 197.5 g | 253% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.0 g | 165% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 100.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 2529 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 618.3 g | 225% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 455.8 g | ||
| Protein | 48.4 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 792 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 578 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
