Mandarin Orange Cake
Bright, citrusy, and irresistibly moist, this Mandarin Orange Cake is a crowd-pleasing delight perfect for any occasion. Made with a convenient yellow cake mix and infused with juicy mandarin oranges, this easy-to-make recipe takes just 15 minutes to prep. The secret to its luscious texture and flavor lies in the pairing of the cake's citrusy base with a fluffy frosting made from crushed pineapple, vanilla pudding mix, and whipped topping. Each bite strikes the perfect balance of sweetness and tropical freshness, making it a hit at potlucks, summer gatherings, or holiday dinners. Serve this chilled for a dessert that’s as refreshing as it is indulgent. With just a few pantry staples and simple steps, you can treat your family and friends to this delectable Mandarin Orange Cake!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 11 ounces mandarin oranges (with juice)
- 4 eggs
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 3.4 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix
- 8 ounces whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, mandarin oranges (with their juice), eggs, and vegetable oil.
Using an electric mixer set to medium speed, beat the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, combine the crushed pineapple (with juice) and the instant vanilla pudding mix. Stir until thickened and well mixed.
Fold the whipped topping into the pineapple-pudding mixture until fully incorporated. Refrigerate the frosting until the cake is cool and ready to frost.
Once the cake has completely cooled, evenly spread the pineapple whipped topping mixture over the cake.
Refrigerate the frosted cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the frosting to set.
Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy your Mandarin Orange Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 197.9 g | 254% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.6 g | 293% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 3784 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 618.1 g | 225% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 398.4 g | ||
| Protein | 51.5 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 680 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1577 mg | 34% | |
*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.
