No Fuss Mandarin Orange Cake W Vanilla Coconut Frosting
Indulge your sweet tooth with this No Fuss Mandarin Orange Cake with Vanilla Coconut Frosting, a perfect blend of citrusy freshness and tropical sweetness! Made with a simple store-bought yellow cake mix, canned mandarin oranges (juice included!), and a velvety frosting featuring whipped topping, instant vanilla pudding, and shredded coconut, this recipe is as easy as it is irresistible. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleaser boasts light, moist layers studded with bursts of orange flavor, topped with a creamy, coconut-infused finish. Ideal for potlucks, family gatherings, or any time you need a no-stress dessert, this cake is best served chilled for a refreshing treat that’s sure to delight. Effortless, flavorful, and utterly satisfying—this mandarin orange cake is your go-to for a fuss-free dessert option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 4 eggs
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 15 oz (canned) mandarin oranges with juice
- 8 oz whipped topping (such as Cool Whip), thawed
- 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup coconut flakes
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and the entire can of mandarin oranges (including the juice).
Mix the ingredients using an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes, or until well combined and smooth. The mandarin oranges will break up into smaller pieces during mixing.
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.
Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
While the cake is cooling, prepare the frosting. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the thawed whipped topping, instant vanilla pudding mix, and coconut flakes.
Mix gently until the frosting is smooth and the coconut is evenly distributed.
Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the vanilla coconut frosting evenly over the top.
Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the frosting to set.
Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy your easy and delicious mandarin orange cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
323 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.3 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 239 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 124 mg | 3% | |
*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.
