Mandarin Orange Cake Recipe

Delight your taste buds with this moist and zesty Mandarin Orange Cake! Bursting with fresh mandarin flavor and a tender crumb, this cake is the perfect treat for any occasion. Best served chilled, its refreshing taste is ideal for summer gatherings or a simple afternoon pick-me-up. Get ready to impress!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 517.7 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Mandarin Orange Cake

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How to Make Mandarin Orange Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the mandarin juice, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the mandarin orange segments.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to set. This step enhances the moistness and the overall taste.
  10. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

190g

Fat

57g

Carbs

21g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mandarin Orange Cake?

Mandarin Orange Cake takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mandarin Orange Cake?

Mandarin Orange Cake has approximately 517.7 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 43 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mandarin Orange Cake?

The key ingredients for Mandarin Orange Cake are Yellow Cake Mix, Eggs, Butter, Oil, Mandarin Oranges In Juice, Instant Vanilla Pudding. See the full list with measurements above.

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