Description
This Green Cake, also known as Lime Cake, is a vibrant and moist dessert that bursts with zesty citrus flavors. The combination of lime gelatin, orange juice, and a hint of lime zest creates a refreshing and colorful treat that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Cake:
- 1 box white cake mix
- 1 (3-ounce) package lime-flavored gelatin (Jell-O)
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup orange juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lime zest
- Green food coloring (optional, for extra color)
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix the batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, lime gelatin, eggs, vegetable oil, orange juice, and lime zest. Mix for about 2 minutes. Add green food coloring if desired.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the dish and bake for 30–35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Make the glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, lime juice, and orange juice.
- Glaze the cake: Poke holes in the warm cake and pour the glaze. Let it cool before slicing.
Notes
- For a more intense lime flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon lime extract to the batter.
- Garnish with lime zest or thin lime slices for presentation.
- Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
