Mandarin Orange Pineapple Cake Recipe

This vibrant Mandarin Orange Pineapple Cake is a deliciously moist and beautiful dessert that's surprisingly simple to make! Imagine tender cake bursting with the sweet and tangy flavors of mandarin oranges and juicy pineapple, perfectly complemented by a fresh fruit glaze. This recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser – everyone will rave about its incredible taste and stunning presentation. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 4989.6 kcal
Protein 82g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mandarin Orange Pineapple Cake

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How to Make Mandarin Orange Pineapple Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter and 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 4 large eggs, one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon baking soda.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained, and 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  9. **For the frosting:** In a medium bowl, beat together ½ cup (1 stick) softened butter and 3 cups powdered sugar until smooth.
  10. Add 2-4 tablespoons milk or cream, as needed, to reach desired consistency.
  11. Gently fold in thinly sliced strawberries and kiwi. You can also add additional mandarin orange segments for extra flavor and color.
  12. Frost the cooled cake and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

206 g

Sugar

2102g

Fat

486g

Carbs

218g

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