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Orange Creamsicle Cake

Orange Creamsicle Cake

Indulge in the refreshing taste of summer with this delightful Orange Creamsicle Cake! Perfect for any warm-weather gathering, this poke cake features a light vanilla base infused with zesty orange flavor. Topped with a fluffy orange and vanilla frosting, it’s the ultimate dessert to impress your guests and elevate any picnic or celebration. Each bite is a harmonious blend of sweet citrus and creamy goodness that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Easy to prepare and perfect for serving large crowds, this cake is sure to become a seasonal favorite.

  • Total Time: 38 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 24 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 15.25 ounces vanilla cake mix
  • 3 eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup milk (or vanilla almond milk)
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 3.4 ounces orange JELLO
  • 1 ¼ cup boiling water
  • ⅓ cup fresh squeezed orange juice
  • 15 ounces can of mandarin oranges (do not drain)
  • 3.5 ounces vanilla instant pudding mix
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, milk, oil, and orange zest using an electric mixer until well blended.
  2. Pour batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan and bake for about 28 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool.
  3. Once cooled, poke holes all over the cake using a wooden spoon handle.
  4. In another bowl, dissolve orange JELLO in boiling water and stir in fresh orange juice. Pour over the poked holes.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
  6. Mix together vanilla pudding and Cool Whip until smooth; spread over the cooled cake and top with mandarin oranges.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 28 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (83g)
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 17g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For enhanced flavor, try adding more fresh orange zest or an extra splash of orange extract. Feel free to use homemade whipped cream instead of Cool Whip for a fresher taste.

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