Orange Juice Cake
A delightful Orange Juice Cake bursting with sweet, tangy goodness, perfect for any celebration or a cozy afternoon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 box instant pudding (vanilla or lemon flavor)
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- Zest of 1 orange (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prep your pan by greasing a 9×13 inch baking pan with cooking spray or butter.
- Mix the dry ingredients: combine yellow cake mix and instant pudding mix in a large mixing bowl.
- Incorporate the wet ingredients: add orange juice, vegetable oil, and eggs, mixing until smooth.
- Add the zest, if using, and fold it in gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat or alongside fresh fruit for a lighter option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cake, orange juice, dessert, baking, citrus