Description
Indulge in the delightful nostalgia of Orange Creamsicle Cake, a vibrant dessert that perfectly balances tangy orange and sweet vanilla flavors. This easy-to-make cake is ideal for any occasion, from summer barbecues to birthday parties. With its moist layers and creamy frosting, each slice is a refreshing treat that will transport you back to childhood memories. Simple enough for bakers of all levels, this recipe utilizes boxed cake mix for quick preparation while allowing room for customization. Add fresh fruit or serve with ice cream to elevate your dessert experience!
Ingredients
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- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 1 box (3 oz) orange gelatin mix
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 1 cup butter (for frosting)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix and orange gelatin mix.
- Add orange juice, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and orange zest; beat until smooth.
- Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For frosting, beat softened butter until fluffy, then gradually mix in powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth.
- Frost the top of one layer, stack the second layer on top, then frost the entire cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg