Mama Foss's Mandarin Orange Cake
Brighten up your dessert table with Mama Foss’s Mandarin Orange Cake, a nostalgic Southern classic that’s as easy to make as it is to love. Made with a simple yellow cake mix and infused with the sunny sweetness of mandarin oranges, this cake bakes up tender, moist, and bursting with citrus flavor in every bite. What truly sets this cake apart is its luscious pineapple pudding frosting—cool, creamy, and packed with tropical flair, thanks to crushed pineapple and whipped topping. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a fuss-free ingredient list, this elegant yet effortless dessert is perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or whenever you’re craving a refreshing treat. Let this chilled masterpiece steal the show and treat your taste buds to a slice of sunshine today! Keywords: Mandarin Orange Cake, Southern dessert, pineapple frosting, easy citrus cake, nostalgic treats.
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Ingredients
- 15.25 ounces yellow cake mix
- 4 large eggs
- 11 ounces mandarin oranges with juice
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 3.4 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple with juice
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 12 ounces cool whip (thawed)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x13-inch baking dish or two 9-inch round cake pans.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, mandarin oranges with their juice, and vegetable oil.
Step 3
Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the mixture on low speed for 30 seconds, then increase to medium speed and beat for 2 minutes until smooth and well-blended.
Step 4
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish or cake pans. Smooth out the surface with a spatula if needed.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 6
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan(s) on a cooling rack.
Step 7
While the cake cools, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix, crushed pineapple with juice, and granulated sugar. Stir together until well-mixed.
Step 8
Fold the thawed Cool Whip into the pineapple mixture until fully incorporated, creating a light and fluffy frosting.
Step 9
Once the cake has cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top (and sides, if using round layers).
Step 10
Chill the frosted cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the frosting to set.
Step 11
Slice, serve, and enjoy your Mama Foss's Mandarin Orange Cake!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2159.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4697.0 |
| Total Fat 210.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 58.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g | |
| Cholesterol 744mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3666.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 701.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 498.2g | |
| Protein 50.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 164IU | 0% |
| Calcium 658.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1555.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories