Description

Discover the delightful flavors of Mandarin Orange Cake, a refreshing twist on a classic dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Bursting with the vibrant taste of fresh mandarin oranges, this cake is both indulgent and light. With no boxed mixes or artificial toppings, you can impress your guests with a homemade treat that looks as good as it tastes. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures a fluffy texture and a creamy topping that will keep everyone coming back for more. Whether you serve it at birthdays, casual gatherings, or brunches, this Mandarin Orange Cake is sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup unsalted butter
1½ cups white granulated sugar
8 egg yolks
1⅓ cups fresh mandarin oranges (crushed)
1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
¾ cup milk
2 cups cake flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
For the Topping: 2 cups heavy cream
½ cup powdered sugar
16 ounces fresh pineapple (crushed)
3.4 ounces vanilla pudding mix

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
Crush the fresh mandarin oranges in a food processor until well pureed.
In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg yolks, crushed mandarin oranges, and vanilla extract.
In another bowl, sift together cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture alternating with milk until just combined.
Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-28 minutes or until lightly springy. Cool before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 28 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 95g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider drizzling a citrus glaze made from powdered sugar and mandarin juice over the cake just before serving. Fresh berries or whipped cream make excellent accompaniments for extra sweetness.