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A light and refreshing citrus cake with creamy orange frosting, perfect for any occasion.

Orange Creamsicle Cake

A light and refreshing citrus cake with creamy orange frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 16
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake:
  • 1 box 15.25 oz white or vanilla cake mix
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Orange Cream Glaze (optional):
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • ½ teaspoon orange zest
Frosting:
  • 1 8 oz package cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • baking pans
  • spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch pan or two 9-inch round pans.
  2. Mix cake ingredients and pour into the prepared pan(s).
  3. Bake for 25–30 minutes, then cool completely.
  4. Prepare frosting by beating cream cheese and butter, then adding powdered sugar, vanilla, and zest.
  5. Frost the cooled cake and drizzle with optional orange glaze.
  6. Slice and serve. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Substitute orange juice with milk for a milder flavor