Name: Strawberry Margarita Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 16 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 strawberry cake mix; 3.5 ounces vanilla pudding; 1 cup almond milk; 1 cup Strawberry Lime Margarita, divided; 8 ounces whipped topping; 16 ounces strawberries; 1 tbsp lime zest; Slice Lime slices; Strawberry slices

From the Cook

1/6

Strawberry Margarita Cake

Cake Mix Recipes Verified

Cakemixrecipes.com

Ingredients

Warning0 allergens identified

Strawberry Margarita Cake

1 strawberry cake mixprepared as directed on package instructions

3 ½ ounces vanilla pudding

1 cup almond milk

1 cup Strawberry Lime Margarita, dividedJose Cuervo Drink

8 ounces whipped toppingthawed

16 ounces strawberrieschopped

1 tbsp lime zest

Slice Lime slicesto garnish

Strawberry slicesto garnish

Instructions

Visit Blog

Instructions

Bake cake according to package instructions. Allow to partially cool on a wire rack.

Poke holes with back of a wooden spoon or straw.

Pour 1/2 cup Jose Cuervo Drink Strawberry Lime Margarita over the holes in the cake, allowing it to soak up.

Mix together vanilla pudding mix with almond milk and ½ Jose Cuervo Strawberry Lime Margarita. Fold in whipped topping with strawberries and lime zest. Spread this on top of the cake.

Garnish with limes and strawberry slices.

Refrigerate for at least an hour prior to serving.

Nutrition

My Calorie Intake

0
Review & Earn

Be the first to review this recipe and earn a 20% Bonus

Level up & unlock free Premium by reviewing recipes!

My Notes

Your kitchen notebook is waiting.

Whether it's a recipe tweak or an inspiration burst — jot it down here.

Tips & Tricks (5)

Pierce the Cake Strategically 🍓
Use a fork or skewer to create evenly-spaced holes across the entire cake surface before pouring the margarita mixture, ensuring the liquid penetrates all layers for consistent flavor throughout.
Chill Between Layers ❄️
Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours after pouring the margarita mixture to allow proper absorption and set the pudding layer before adding whipped topping, preventing a soggy texture.
Balance Alcohol Content 🍹
Reserve half the margarita for the cake soak and use the other half mixed into the vanilla pudding for a more pronounced flavor without over-saturating the cake structure.
Toast Your Lime Zest 🍋
Lightly toast the lime zest in a dry pan for 30 seconds before zesting to intensify its aromatic oils and enhance the citrus flavor profile in your frosting and garnish.
Fresh Fruit Timing ⏰
Add fresh strawberry and lime slices as the final garnish no more than 2 hours before serving to prevent oxidation and maintain crisp, vibrant colors for maximum visual impact.