Description
This Mandarin Orange Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert combining the sweet tang of mandarin oranges with a classic yellow cake mix. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s perfect for a delightful treat or casual gatherings, offering a refreshing citrus twist on traditional cake.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 can (11 oz) mandarin oranges, drained and juice reserved
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round or square cake pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, drained mandarin oranges, reserved mandarin juice, eggs, vegetable oil, sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat the mixture until smooth and well incorporated.
- Pour Batter: Pour the prepared batter into the greased and floured cake pan, spreading it evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake Cake: Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before serving. Optionally, decorate with whipped cream or a citrus glaze to enhance flavor.
Notes
- Use mandarin oranges with the juice for added moisture and citrus flavor in the batter.
- Greasing and flouring the pan ensures easy removal of the cake after baking.
- Cool the cake thoroughly to prevent toppings like whipped cream from melting.
- For extra zest, consider making a simple glaze using the reserved mandarin juice mixed with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
