Orange Slice Gumdrop Cake

Bring a touch of nostalgic charm to your dessert table with this delightful Orange Slice Gumdrop Cake—a festive masterpiece perfect for holidays or special gatherings. Bursting with bright citrus flavor from chewy orange slice candies and a hint of fresh orange zest, this cake is also studded with colorful gumdrops, crunchy pecans, and sweet shredded coconut, offering a medley of textures in every bite. The buttery, tender crumb comes together with a dash of buttermilk for added richness, while vanilla and baking spices elevate its homey, comforting appeal. Baked to golden perfection in a bundt or loaf pan, this vibrant treat is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfectly paired with a warm cup of coffee or tea, this cake is sure to delight kids and adults alike, making it a must-have for dessert lovers everywhere.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 16 ounces Orange slice candies
• 8 ounces Gumdrops (no black licorice flavor, if possible)
• 2 cups Chopped pecans
• 1 cup Shredded sweetened coconut
• 3 cups All-purpose flour (divided)
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 4 Eggs
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest (from 1 large orange)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan or two loaf pans, then set them aside.

Step 2

Cut the orange slice candies and gumdrops into small pieces (about 1/4-inch size). Lightly coat the chopped candies with 1/2 cup of the all-purpose flour to prevent sticking and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the remaining 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk to blend and set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes using an electric mixer).

Step 5

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 6

Mix in the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and orange zest until fully incorporated.

Step 7

Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the creamed mixture, beating on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 8

Using a spatula, gently fold in the chopped candies, pecans, and shredded coconut until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 9

Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s) and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 90 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11

Allow the cake to cool in the pan(s) for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Slice and serve your Orange Slice Gumdrop Cake! It pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2510.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9408.8

Total Fat 349.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 131.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 1018.8mg	0%
Sodium 2344.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1533.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.0g	0%
Total Sugars 1056.4g
Protein 101.8g	0%

Vitamin D 290.9IU	0%
Calcium 676.4mg	0%
Iron 27.7mg	0%
Potassium 2491.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.5%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 63.3%