Orange Pineapple Citrus Delight (Print-Friendly Format)
Moist orange and pineapple cake topped with creamy whipped frosting for a citrusy treat.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Cake Batter
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1 box yellow cake or butter cake mix
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1/2 cup oil
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1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges with juice
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1/4 cup sugar
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4 eggs
→ Frosting
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3 cups whipped topping
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1 small package (3.4 ounces) instant French vanilla or regular vanilla pudding mix
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1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
# How to Make It:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a 13 x 9-inch sheet pan or prepare three 8-inch round pans for a tiered cake.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, mandarin oranges with juice, sugar, oil, and eggs. Beat for approximately 3 minutes using an electric mixer until smooth.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake according to the cake mix package's instructions for your pan size, usually 35 minutes. Remove and allow to cool completely.
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In a medium-sized bowl, mix the drained crushed pineapple with the instant pudding mix until evenly combined.
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Gently fold the whipped topping into the pineapple mixture until fully blended.
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Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake.
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Garnish with orange peel and pineapple, if desired.
# Additional Information:
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Mandarin orange cake combined with crushed pineapple creates a moist, sunshiny citrus-flavored dessert. Perfect for summer occasions, paired with light and fluffy whipped frosting.