Orange Swirl Cake Recipe

Indulge in this vibrant and zesty Orange Swirl Bundt Cake! Made easy with a cake mix base, this recipe elevates a classic with a burst of fresh orange flavor and a beautiful swirl design. Perfect for birthdays, brunch, or any special occasion, this moist and delicious cake is sure to impress. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 67 mins
Calories 424.6 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Orange Swirl Cake

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How to Make Orange Swirl Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 12-cup bundt pan.
  2. Prepare your favorite orange-flavored cake mix according to package directions. (Note: You may want to use a mix that includes pudding for extra moistness).
  3. Remove 1 1/2 cups of the prepared cake batter and set aside in a separate bowl.
  4. In a small bowl, dissolve 1 (3 ounce) package of orange-flavored gelatin in 1/2 cup of boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved. Let cool slightly before using.
  5. Gently pour the remaining cake batter into the prepared bundt pan.
  6. Add the cooled gelatin mixture to the reserved 1 1/2 cups of batter. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
  7. Using a spoon or piping bag, carefully dollop spoonfuls (about 6-8) of the orange gelatin batter onto the batter in the pan, spacing them out relatively evenly.
  8. Using a knife or skewer, create a swirling pattern by dragging the utensil through the batter in an 'S' shape from the center outwards. Try to avoid overmixing the layers.
  9. Bake for 42-47 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. (Baking time may vary depending on oven).
  10. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack or heatproof serving plate.
  11. Once completely cool, dust generously with powdered sugar and serve.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

147g

Fat

14g

Carbs

19g

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