Orange Soak Cake Recipe

This irresistible Orange Soak Cake is a delightful twist on a classic Duncan Hines recipe! Bursting with bright citrus flavor, this moist and tender cake is perfect for any occasion. Easily substitute lemon for orange for a zesty variation. A crowd-pleaser at home and in the office, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 358.4 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Orange Soak Cake

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How to Make Orange Soak Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  2. Prepare your Duncan Hines cake mix according to package directions. Add 1 tablespoon of orange extract and 1 tablespoon of grated orange zest to the batter before mixing.
  3. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar, ¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice, 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, and 1-2 tablespoons of water until smooth. Add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to reach desired consistency.
  5. Once the cake is baked, immediately remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  6. Gently poke holes all over the top of the warm cake using a toothpick or fork.
  7. Slowly pour the glaze over the warm cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
  8. Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

156g

Fat

15g

Carbs

18g