Easter Cake Recipe

This light and refreshing cake is so delicious, you'll want to bake it all year round! Forget the holiday association – this recipe delivers a moist, flavorful cake perfect for any occasion. Simple to make and bursting with fresh flavor, it's a crowd-pleaser guaranteed to impress.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Calories 272.2 kcal

Protein 6g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easter Cake

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How to Make Easter Cake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in 4 large eggs, one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 3 teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
While the cake cools, prepare the frosting (recipe not included, use your favorite recipe or store-bought frosting).
Once the cake is completely cool, frost evenly and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

99g

Fat

11g

Carbs

12g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion For Large Groups Desserts Fruit Easy Holiday Event Cakes Easter Citrus Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easter Cake?

Easter Cake takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easter Cake?

Easter Cake has approximately 272.2 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 19 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easter Cake?

The key ingredients for Easter Cake are Yellow Cake Mix, Oil, Eggs, Mandarin Oranges, Whipped Cream, Instant Vanilla Pudding. See the full list with measurements above.