Orange Cake

A delightful and citrusy twist on a classic cake, this Orange Cake is bursting with zesty flavors that are sure to brighten up any occasion.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

This Orange Cake is incredibly moist, flavorful, and easy to make. The combination of yellow cake mix, lemon pudding mix, and fresh orange juice creates a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess that will leave your taste buds craving for more.

Ingredients:

  • 1 package yellow cake mix
  • 1 package instant lemon pudding mix
  • 3/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract
  • 1/3 cup orange juice (for sauce)
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter

Directions:

  1. Spray a 10-inch Bundt pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix and pudding mix.
  4. Create a well in the center and add 3/4 cup of orange juice, vegetable oil, eggs, and orange extract.
  5. Mix on low speed until well combined.
  6. Scrape the bowl and beat for 4 minutes on medium speed.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine 1/3 cup of orange juice, sugar, and butter. Cook for two minutes.
  11. Use a toothpick to poke holes all over the cake.
  12. Drizzle the prepared sauce over the cake.
  13. *For a more glazed effect, skip poking holes in the cake and use powdered sugar instead of granulated sugar.
  14. Adjust the amount of powdered sugar based on your desired level of sweetness.
  15. Drizzle the glaze over the cake.

Storage:

Store the Orange Cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Recipe Tips:

For added freshness, you can garnish the cake with orange zest or fresh berries before serving. Additionally, you can customize the glaze by adding a hint of vanilla extract or orange zest for extra flavor.

Enjoy this delightful Orange Cake that is perfect for any special occasion or as a sweet treat to brighten up your day!

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