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Orange Creamsicle Cake Recipe

Nostalgia in every bite! This Orange Creamsicle Cake transports you back to childhood with its vibrant orange flavor and creamy texture. Inspired by those beloved frozen creamsicles, this recipe delivers a moist, delicious cake topped with a dreamy orange-flavored cream cheese frosting. A Taste of Home classic (March/April 2001, Quick Cooking, pp. 14-15), this recipe is easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 412.5 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Orange Creamsicle Cake

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Ingredients for Orange Creamsicle Cake

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How to Make Orange Creamsicle Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13x9x2 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix, 1 package (3 oz) orange-flavored drink mix, 4 large eggs, 1 cup water, and 1/2 cup vegetable oil.
  3. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes, or until batter is smooth.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  7. While the cake is cooling, prepare the gelatin topping: In a medium bowl, dissolve 1 package (3 oz) orange gelatin in 1 cup boiling water. Stir in 1/2 cup cold water until completely dissolved.
  8. Once the cake has cooled for 10 minutes, poke holes all over the top using a fork.
  9. Pour the gelatin mixture evenly over the warm cake.
  10. Let the cake cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the gelatin is set.
  11. Prepare the frosting: In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix, and 1 package (3 oz) orange gelatin.
  12. Beat on low speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
  13. Let the mixture stand for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
  14. Fold in 1 (8 oz) container of whipped topping until combined.
  15. Frost the cooled cake with the prepared frosting.
  16. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

172g

Fat

31g

Carbs

19g

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