Description
Indulge in the refreshing citrus flavors of this delightful Mandarin Orange Cake topped with a creamy pineapple topping. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for any occasion, from potlucks to family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Cake:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 can (11 oz) mandarin oranges with juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple with juice
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, oil, mandarin oranges with juice, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer for 2–3 minutes until fluffy.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool the cake.
- Prepare Topping: In a medium bowl, mix whipped topping, crushed pineapple with juice, and instant pudding mix until smooth.
- Top Cake: Spread the topping evenly over the cooled cake.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- This cake is best served chilled and can be made a day ahead.
- For extra flair, garnish with mandarin slices or toasted coconut before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
