Description
This Orange Jello Cake is a delightful and moist dessert combining the classic flavors of citrus and cake mix for a tangy, sweet treat. The orange-flavored glaze seeps into the warm cake for an extra burst of flavor, making it perfect for gatherings or a refreshing everyday dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Ingredients
- 1 box white or yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 1 package orange Jello (3 oz)
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- ¾ cup water
- ½ cup orange juice
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix and the dry orange Jello powder thoroughly.
- Add Wet Ingredients and Mix: Add the eggs, vegetable oil, water, and orange juice to the dry ingredients. Using an electric mixer on medium speed, blend for 2-3 minutes until the batter is smooth and consistent.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Glaze: While the cake is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest in a small bowl until smooth.
- Cool and Poke Holes: Once the cake is out of the oven, cool it for 10 minutes. Then, use a fork or skewer to poke holes evenly across the top of the cake.
- Drizzle Glaze: Drizzle the prepared orange glaze over the warm cake, allowing it to soak into the holes and infuse the cake with flavor.
- Cool Completely and Serve: Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving to let the glaze set and enhance the texture.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh orange juice and zest to maximize flavor.
- The holes in the cake help the glaze penetrate deeply, making the cake moist and flavorful.
- This cake can be served chilled or at room temperature, depending on preference.
- To add a richer flavor, consider topping with whipped cream or orange slices.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
