Orange Creamsicle Cake
Indulge in the delightful nostalgia of our Orange Creamsicle Cake, a vibrant dessert that perfectly marries tangy orange and sweet vanilla flavors. This easy-to-make cake features moist layers enveloped in creamy frosting, making it an ideal treat for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a picnic, or just want to enjoy a slice of summer sweetness, this cake is sure to bring smiles all around. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, you can create a dessert that transports you back to carefree childhood days filled with sunny memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix the vanilla cake mix and orange gelatin. Stir in orange juice, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and orange zest until smooth.
- Divide the batter between the pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For the frosting, beat softened butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix in heavy cream and optional orange extract until smooth.
- Frost one cooled layer, stack the second on top, and frost the entire cake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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