Best 9 Dreamsicle Cake Recipes

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Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you to a place of sweet dreams and creamy delight. We present to you a comprehensive guide to crafting the ultimate "dreamsicle cake", a dessert that captures the essence of childhood nostalgia and brings it to life in every delectable bite. With our carefully curated selection of recipes, you'll discover the secrets to creating a cake that is not just visually stunning but also bursting with the vibrant flavors of orange and vanilla, perfectly balanced in every layer and swirl.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

BEST ORANGE DREAMSICLE CAKE



Best Orange Dreamsicle Cake image

If you love the taste of orange cream popsicles you'll love this cake. I made this for a cookout in the summer and there was no leftovers to go back home.

Provided by Marsha D.

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 15-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18 1/4 ounce) box orange cake mix
1 (3 ounce) box orange Jell-O
1 cup boiling water
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box instant vanilla pudding
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon orange extract
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip

Steps:

  • Set out Cool Whip to thaw.
  • Prepare cake mix according to directions for a 9x13 pan,.
  • After the cake is done and you bring out of oven, poke holes throughout the cake with a fork.
  • Prepare Orange jello with 1 cup of boiling water and pour over the cake.
  • Allow to cool in pan for 30 minutes.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix together with hand mixer (or other) instant vanilla pudding with 1 cup milk.
  • Stir in orange and vanilla extracts, mix well.
  • Fold in Cool whip Spread over the cake and chill for 2 to 3 hours before serving.

ORANGE DREAMSICLE LAYER CAKE



Orange Dreamsicle Layer Cake image

It is lite and tastes just like orange creamsicles. Someone had made it for my birthday one time. I made this cake for my mom for her 51st birthday. It was a hit. Everyone put their orders in for their birthday - Orange Dreamsicle Cake From Chef and Author, Anne Byrn.

Provided by krenzmel

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

vegetable oil cooking spray, for misting the pans & all-purpose flour, for dusting the pans (I recommend Bakers Joy cooking spray)
1 (18 1/4 ounce) box Duncan Hines orange cake mix
1 (3 ounce) package orange gelatin
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure orange extract
1 (8 ounce) package sour cream
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping

Steps:

  • 1. Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • 2. Lightly mist three 9-inch round cake pans with vegetable oil cooking spray, then dust them with flour. Shake out the excess flour. Set the pans aside.
  • 3. Place the cake mix, orange gelatin, oil, eggs, and orange extract in a large mixing bowl. Add 1 1/4 cups of water, then beat with an electric mixer on low speed until the ingredients are moistened, 30 seconds. Stop the machine and scrape down the side of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Increase the mixer speed to medium and beat, scraping down the side again if necessary, until the batter is well blended and smooth, 2 minutes longer. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans, smoothing it out with a rubber spatula. Place the pans in the oven side by side or, if your oven is not large enough, place two on the center rack and the third pan in the center of the highest rack.
  • 4. Bake the cakes until they spring back when lightly pressed with a finger, 18 to 22 minutes. Check the pan on the highest rack first; it will bake the quickest and may need to be rotated to a lower rack while it bakes. Remove the pans from the oven and place them on wire racks to cool for 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edge of each and invert them onto a rack, then again onto another rack so that they are right side up. Allow the cakes to cool completely, 15 to 20 minutes longer.
  • 5. Meanwhile, start making the frosting: Place the sour cream and coconut in a large bowl, stir to combine, and place in the refrigerator, uncovered, for 1 hour.
  • 6. Remove the bowl with the sour cream from the refrigerator, add the confectioners' sugar and orange juice, and beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until well combined, 30 seconds. Fold the whipped topping into the frosting until just combined.
  • 7. To assemble the cake, place one cake layer, right side up, on a cake plate and spread some of the frosting over the top. Place a second layer, right side up, on top of the first. Spread some of the frosting over the top. Place the third layer, right side up, on top of the second layer, then frost the top and side of the cake smoothly and generously. Place the cake in a cake saver and refrigerate it until well chilled, 2 hours. Store this cake, in a cake saver or under a glass dome, in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.2, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 61.6, Sodium 86.4, Carbohydrate 29, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 27.1, Protein 3.3

ORANGE DREAMSICLE CAKE RECIPE - (4/5)



Orange Dreamsicle Cake Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by carvalhohm

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package yellow cake mix
2 (3-ounce) packages orange Jell-o
1 package vanilla instant pudding
1 cup 2% milk
2 teaspoon vanilla
1 tub Cool Whip

Steps:

  • Bake the cake as directed in a 9x13-inch pan. Let cake cool completely. Poke holes in cooled cake. Mix 1 package orange gelatin dessert with 1 cup boiling water and 1 cup cold water. Pour over cake. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours. Mix pudding mix with cold milk the other package of orange gelatin dessert and vanilla. Beat by hand with a whisk until thickened. Fold in the whipped topping. Frost the cake with the pudding mixture. These instructions will make a single layered amazing cake that is delicious! NOTE: To get the layered look as in this particular picture make your cakes in well greased and floured pans-follow baking instructions. I then tip then out onto cooling rack and invert back onto a cookie sheet. Proceed to poke holes and do the jello thing and refrigerate (or put out on the cold enclosed back porch as we do). It is a little tricky to get the layers, but I love our pan lifters to help with this process.

ORANGE DREAMSICLE REFRIGERATOR CAKE



ORANGE DREAMSICLE REFRIGERATOR CAKE image

This yummy cake takes me back to the summer days of my youth. If you liked the orange dreamsicle/creamsicle ice cream pops, you'll like this cake.

Provided by Tere Gill

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box orange cake mix
(plus eggs, oil and water called for on box)
1 box (3 oz.) orange gelatin
1 c boiling water
4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
2 Tbsp powdered sugar
1 c milk
1 box (3 1/2 oz.) instant vanilla pudding
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 tsp orange extract
1 8 oz. tub whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare and bake cake according to box instructions for a 9"x13" glass pan.
  • 2. Immediately upon removing cake from oven, poke holes all over using a skewer or chopstick.
  • 3. Pour orange gelatin into a medium bowl, add boiling water and mix until dissolved.
  • 4. Slowly pour (or spoon) over cake, filling all the holes well.
  • 5. Allow cake to cool completely (after 1/2 hr., it can be refrigerated to hasten the cooling.)
  • 6. When the cake has cooled, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar, until fluffy.
  • 7. Gradually beat in 1/4 of the cup of milk, until smooth.
  • 8. Gradually add remaining 3/4 cup milk and blend until smooth.
  • 9. Add the vanilla pudding mix, vanilla extract and orange extract and mix until smooth.
  • 10. Fold in whipped topping until well incorporated.
  • 11. Spread evenly over cake, then cover and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hrs. before serving.
  • 12. Cover and refrigerate leftovers.

AUNT SUSIE'S DREAMSICLE CAKE



Aunt Susie's Dreamsicle Cake image

I remember having this cake when I was just a little girl. My Aunt Susie would make this for all our family get-togethers. A few years ago I called and asked if she would share it with me. A very light and refreshing dessert for the spring and summer months.

Provided by Paula

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 angel food cake (purchased from bakery department or make your own)
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges
1 (3 ounce) box orange Jell-O
1 pint Orange sherbet
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Cut angel food cake into bite-sized cubes and place in an even layer in a 9 x 13 GLASS pan.
  • Drain the mandarin oranges, reserving liquid.
  • Add enough water to the liquid to equal 1 cup.
  • Layer the mandarin oranges over the cake.
  • Pour the 1 cup of juice and water into a saucepan and add the jello.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  • Pour into a large bowl and let cool for 1/2 hour.
  • Add the sherbet, Cool Whip, sugar and vanilla.
  • Mix well and pour over the cake and oranges.
  • Run a knife through the cake to make sure it is distributed evenly throughout.
  • Refrigerate until set (best over-night).
  • NOTE: It is very important to use a glass pan as a metal pan will rust easily.

DREAMSICLE LOVERS CAKE



Dreamsicle Lovers Cake image

This cake is beautiful and very moist. If you like dreamsicles you will love this recipe. Wonderful for summertime barbecues and parties.

Provided by livie

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (18 1/4 ounce) box white cake mix
1 cup water
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 teaspoons orange extract
1 (3 ounce) box orange Jell-O
1 cup boiling water
1 cup cold water
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box instant vanilla pudding
1 (3 ounce) box orange Jell-O
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed

Steps:

  • Place cake mix in a bowl.
  • Add water, oil,eggs and extract; beat on medium low speed two minutes.
  • Place batter evenly into a greased and floured 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • Bake in a 350 degree oven for 30-35 minutes.
  • While cake is warm, poke holes evenly over cake with a fork.
  • Pour boiling water over jello in a bowl, stir and dissolve for 2 minutes. Then add cold water into jello and stir till combined.
  • Pour evenly over cake, when cooled; chill 2-4 hours.
  • For frosting, beat softened cream cheese till creamy and smooth.
  • Add pudding, orange jello, milk and vanilla; beat 1-2 minutes, or till smooth.
  • Fold in Cool Whip till combined.
  • Frost evenly over cooled cake.
  • Cover and chill till ready to serve.
  • Chill leftovers.

ORANGE DREAMSICLE CAKE



Orange Dreamsicle Cake image

A light summer desert.

Provided by Terry Innis

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box yellow cake mix
1 box instant vanilla pudding
1 box orange jello
1 tsp orange flavoring
FROSTING
1 pkg 8oz. cool whip
1 c sour cream
2 c powdered sugar
1 tsp orange flavoring

Steps:

  • 1. Pre-heat oven to 350. Bake cake as directed on package, adding instant pudding and orange flavoring. Bake in 9 x 13 pan. Mix orange jello and 3/4 c. hot water with 3/4 c. cold water. When cake is done, remove from oven. Immediately upon removal, make several holes in cake using a tooth pick. Pour jello over cake and let cool.
  • 2. Frosting Mix by hand all ingredients and smooth over cake. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

ORANG,CHERRY,BANANA DREAMSICLE CAKE



ORANG,CHERRY,BANANA DREAMSICLE CAKE image

Categories     Cake     Citrus     Dessert     Bake     Quick & Easy

Yield SERVES ABOUT 7 TO 8 PERSONS.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 AND 1/3 WATER
1/3 CUP VEGETABLE OIL
3 LARGE EGGS-(FOR CAKE)
1 and 1/3 cup water-(for syrup)
and 1 and 1/4 cup milk for mousse frosting.

Steps:

  • PREHEAT OVEN TO 340 FOR METAL OR GLASS PANS,325 FOR DARK OR COATED PANS.-GREASE SIDES AND BOTTOM OF PANS WITH SHORTENING OR SPRAY WITH NON-STICK COOKING SPRAY. FLOUR LIGHTLY.BLEND DRY CAKE MIX,WATER OIL AND EGGS IN LARGE BOWL AT LOW SPEED UNTIL MOISTENED.BEAT AT MED SPEED FOR 2 MINS.POUR BATTER INTO PANS AND BAKE IMMEDIATELY. FOR SYRUP-BRING 2/3 CUP WATER TO A BOIL AND POUR INTO A BOWL,DISSOLVE CONTENTS FROM SYRUP PACKET IN BOILING WATER;STIR UNTIL COMPLETELY DISSOLVED.ADD 2/3 CUP OF COLD WATER AND STIR.SET 2 MINS. SLOWLY POUR 2/3 CUP SYRUP OVER TOP OF 13x9 INCH GLASS PANCOVER AND REFIGERATE FOR ONE HOUR. FOR MOUSSE-BLEND CONTENTS FROM MOUSSE PACKET AND MILK IN A MED BOWL AT LOW SPEED FOR 30 SECS. BEAT AT HIGH SPEED FOR 2 MINS. FROST LAYER OF CAKE WITH ORANGE MOUSSE AND ADD SMALL PIECES OF CHERRIES AND MANDARIN AS ADDED FLAVOR.

DREAMSICLE CAKE



Dreamsicle Cake image

I love dreamsicle's, so I was drawn to this recipe. I can't remember where I got it, but we really like it. Hope you enjoy!

Provided by Jolayne Cooper

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 yellow cake mix + water, oil and eggs as listed for cake
2 pkg orange jello (small)
1 pkg vanilla instant pudding (small)
1 c milk
2 tsp vanilla
16 oz cool whip

Steps:

  • 1. Bake the cake as directed in a 9x13-inch pan. Let the cake cool completely.
  • 2. Poke holes in cooled cake. Mix 1 package orange gelatin with 1 cup boiling water and 1 cup cold water. Pour over cake. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours.
  • 3. Mix pudding mix with cold milk, the other package of orange gelatin and vanilla. Beat by hand with a whisk until thickened. Fold in the whipped topping. Frost the cake with the pudding mixture.

Tips:

  • For a smoother cake, use cake flour instead of all-purpose flour. Cake flour has a lower protein content, which results in a more tender crumb.
  • Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help the ingredients incorporate smoothly and create a more evenly textured cake.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can develop the gluten in the flour, resulting in a tough cake.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the toothpick comes out with crumbs attached, the cake needs to bake longer.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help prevent the frosting from melting and running off the cake.

Conclusion:

Dreamsicle cake is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a dreamsicle cake that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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