Yummy Yummy Cake Recipe

A family favorite for years, this moist and delicious Mandarin Orange Cake is incredibly easy to make! Two layers of fluffy cake soaked in sweet pineapple juice and topped with a creamy, dreamy frosting. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion where you want to impress.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 37 mins
Calories 419.6 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Yummy Yummy Cake

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How to Make Yummy Yummy Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place a rack in the center of the oven.
  2. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. (Flour can be omitted if using parchment paper rounds)
  3. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges (drained, reserving juice), 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, and 3 large eggs.
  4. Beat with an electric mixer on low speed for 1 minute, then scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  5. Beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes, or until well combined.
  6. Divide batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  7. Bake for 24-27 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean and the cake springs back when lightly touched.
  8. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto wire racks to cool completely.
  9. While cakes are cooling, prepare the frosting (see below).
  10. Once cakes are completely cool, poke holes all over the top of each layer using a wooden skewer.
  11. Drizzle the reserved mandarin orange juice and 1/2 cup of pineapple juice evenly over both layers.
  12. Place one cake layer on a serving plate, frost the top, and add the second layer.
  13. Frost the entire cake.
  14. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

96g

Fat

89g

Carbs

12g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Yummy Yummy Cake?

Yummy Yummy Cake takes about 57 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 37 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Yummy Yummy Cake?

Yummy Yummy Cake has approximately 419.6 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 44 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Yummy Yummy Cake?

The key ingredients for Yummy Yummy Cake are Frozen Whipped Topping, Instant Pistachio Pudding Mix, Unsweetened Coconut, Crushed Pineapple With Juice, Yellow Cake Mix, Mandarin Oranges. See the full list with measurements above.

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