Description
This Orange Juice Cake is moist, bursting with citrus flavor, and topped with a zesty orange glaze. Made with a yellow cake mix, pudding, and fresh orange juice, it’s an easy yet impressive dessert perfect for brunch, afternoon tea, or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
4 large eggs
1 cup orange juice (fresh or store-bought)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon orange zest (optional)
For the Orange Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon orange zest (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan or a 9×13-inch baking dish. - Make the Cake Batter:
Combine cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, orange juice, vegetable oil, water, and orange zest (if using). Beat with a mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth. - Bake the Cake:
Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 40-45 minutes (bundt pan) or 30-35 minutes (9×13-inch dish). Check doneness with a toothpick. - Prepare the Glaze:
Whisk powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest in a small bowl until smooth. - Glaze the Cake:
Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Drizzle the glaze over the warm cake. - Serve:
Let the cake cool completely, then slice and serve.
Notes
Use fresh orange juice for a vibrant flavor.
Grease and flour the pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
Cake can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10-12 servings
