Creamsicle Cake
Transport your taste buds back to childhood with this irresistible Creamsicle Cake, a dreamy fusion of sweet vanilla and bright citrus flavors. Crafted with a zesty orange cake base enhanced by fresh orange juice and zest, this dessert brings refreshing vibrancy to every bite. Topped with a luscious, airy creamsicle frosting made from vanilla pudding, whipped topping, and a touch of powdered sugar, it's the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Ideal for summer gatherings, birthday celebrations, or simply indulging your citrus cravings, this chilled treat is as easy to make as it is delicious. With its striking orange hue (thanks to optional food coloring) and melt-in-your-mouth texture, this cake is sure to become your go-to for effortless desserts with maximum wow factor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box Orange cake mix
- 3 pieces Large eggs
- 0.5 cup Neutral oil (vegetable or canola)
- 0.75 cup Fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 1 package (3.4 oz) Instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 cups Whipped topping (thawed)
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 drops Orange food coloring (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a mixing bowl, combine the orange cake mix, eggs, oil, orange juice, and orange zest. Beat the mixture on medium speed using a hand or stand mixer for 2-3 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed, until the batter is smooth.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
While the cake cools, prepare the creamsicle topping. In a medium bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and milk until smooth and thickened (about 2 minutes).
Gently fold the whipped topping, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and optional orange food coloring into the pudding mixture until well combined and fluffy.
Once the cake is fully cooled, spread the creamsicle topping evenly over the surface of the cake using a spatula.
Refrigerate the frosted cake for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the topping to set.
Slice into squares, serve chilled, and enjoy the creamy citrus flavors of this delightful Creamsicle Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4775 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 206.1 g | 264% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.6 g | 338% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 587 mg | 196% | |
| Sodium | 4104 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 699.1 g | 254% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 459.6 g | ||
| Protein | 51.2 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 1145 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 961 mg | 20% | |
*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.
