Orange Creamsicle Cake
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of childhood with this delightful Orange Creamsicle Cake. This easy-to-make dessert perfectly marries tangy orange and sweet vanilla, creating a nostalgic treat that’s ideal for any gathering. With moist layers of cake paired with creamy frosting, each slice is an explosion of vibrant taste that will transport you back to summer days and ice cream trucks. Whether it’s a birthday celebration or a casual family dinner, this cake is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 2 tbsp orange extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix and orange gelatin mix.
- Add orange juice, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and orange zest; mix until smooth.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to cooling racks.
- For frosting, beat softened butter until fluffy, gradually add powdered sugar, then blend in heavy cream and optional orange extract until smooth.
- Frost the first layer generously, stack the second layer on top, and frost the entire cake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (76g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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