Description
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of a classic creamsicle with this delightful Orange Creamsicle Cake. A light and moist white cake infused with fresh orange juice and zest, topped with a creamy and tangy orange cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients
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Cake:
- 1 box white cake mix
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch round cake pans or a 9×13-inch pan.
- Prepare the cake batter: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, orange juice, oil, eggs, orange zest, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
- Bake the cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
- Make the frosting: Beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Add the powdered sugar gradually, then mix in the vanilla, orange juice, and orange zest. Beat until fluffy.
- Frost the cake: Frost the cooled cake and garnish with extra zest or orange slices if desired.
Notes
- For a stronger orange flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon orange extract to the batter or frosting.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
