Pig Cake
Indulge in the sweet simplicity of Pig Cake, a retro dessert that's as charming as it is delicious! This irresistibly moist cake starts with a box of yellow cake mix, elevated by the bright, citrusy burst of mandarin oranges baked directly into the batter. Topped with a luscious pineapple-infused whipped frosting—made with crushed pineapple, vanilla pudding mix, and creamy whipped topping—this cake delivers a perfect balance of fruity sweetness and velvety texture. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a delightfully easy assembly, it's an ideal choice for potlucks, picnics, or any gathering where you want to impress with minimal effort. Serve it chilled for a refreshing treat that'll have everyone asking for seconds! Keywords: pig cake recipe, easy dessert, mandarin orange cake, pineapple frosting, retro cake, chilled dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box Yellow cake mix
- 4 Eggs
- 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
- 1 can (15 ounces) Mandarin oranges (with juice)
- 1 containers (8 ounces) Frozen whipped topping (thawed)
- 1 box (3.4 ounces) Vanilla instant pudding mix
- 1 can (20 ounces) Crushed pineapple (with juice)
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 with their juice. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes, ensuring the oranges are slightly broken apart.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, remove from the oven and let the cake cool completely in the pan.
While the cake is cooling, prepare the frosting by combining the whipped topping, vanilla instant pudding mix, and the crushed pineapple (including its juice) in a large bowl. Mix until well blended and smooth.
Once the cake has fully cooled, spread the pineapple frosting evenly over the top of the cake.
Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the frosting to set properly.
Slice and serve chilled. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4157 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 205.5 g | 263% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.0 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 2913 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 564.4 g | 205% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 289.7 g | ||
| Protein | 49.7 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 630 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1152 mg | 25% | |
*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.
