Gooey Mandarin Cake
Indulge in the irresistible charm of a Gooey Mandarin Cake, a dessert masterpiece that combines vibrant citrus flavors with a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Made with juicy canned mandarin oranges folded gently into a rich batter of eggs, butter, and vanilla, this cake achieves the perfect balance of sweetness and zest. Its golden exterior hides a moist and gooey interior, while a light dusting of powdered sugar adds a delicate finishing touch. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients like all-purpose flour and pantry staples, this easy mandarin orange cake is both beginner-friendly and impressive enough for special occasions. Perfect served on its own, or paired with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, this dazzling mandarin dessert is a must-try for any citrus lover!
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Ingredients
- 425 grams Canned mandarin oranges (drained)
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 125 grams Butter (melted and cooled slightly)
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease or line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar together until pale and slightly thickened.
Step 4
Add the melted butter and vanilla extract to the egg mixture and whisk until well combined.
Step 5
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 6
Gently fold in the drained mandarin oranges, keeping some of the pieces intact for a gooey texture.
Step 7
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not completely clean).
Step 9
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Once cooled, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.
Step 11
Slice and serve your Gooey Mandarin Cake with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1077.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2716.0 |
| Total Fat 119.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 70.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 834.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1519.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 377.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 212.0g | |
| Protein 42.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 123IU | 0% |
| Calcium 199.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 821.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories