Description
This Orange Creamsicle Cake is a dreamy dessert that combines the nostalgic flavors of tangy orange and creamy vanilla into one irresistible treat. Perfect for summer gatherings, birthdays, or just because, this cake is moist, refreshing, and topped with a light whipped cream frosting. It’s easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
1 box orange cake mix
1 box vanilla pudding mix (instant)
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup orange juice
3 eggs
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp orange zest (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, combine the orange cake mix, vanilla pudding mix, sour cream, vegetable oil, orange juice, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool the cake: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Make the whipped cream topping: In a medium bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
Assemble the cake: Spread the whipped cream over the cooled cake and sprinkle with orange zest, if desired.
Chill and serve: Refrigerate the cake for at least an hour before serving.
Notes
For a gluten-free version: Use a gluten-free orange cake mix.
For a dairy-free version: Substitute sour cream with coconut cream and use a dairy-free whipped topping.
Storage: Keep the cake refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezing: Wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: orange creamsicle cake, citrus dessert, easy cake recipe, summer dessert, whipped cream cake