Best 9 Dreamy Orange Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a taste of heaven with our curated collection of dreamy orange cake recipes. Whether you prefer a tender and moist classic orange cake, a decadent chocolate orange fusion, or a refreshing citrus twist, our selection has something to satisfy every palate. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transport your senses to a realm of orangey delight.

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EASY ORANGE DREAM CAKE



Easy Orange Dream Cake image

Vanilla extract and orange zest bring out a dreamy flavor in this white cake. Those orange Creamsicles® have nothing on this recipe! Something all ages can enjoy and it's easy to make.

Provided by Aichina

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     White Cake Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ pound shortening (such as Crisco®)
½ cup white sugar
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract, or more to taste
1 large orange, zested
1 cup self-rising flour, sifted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 7-inch cake pan.
  • Beat shortening and sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy; add eggs one at a time, thoroughly beating each egg into the batter before adding the next. Add vanilla extract and fold orange zest into batter. Mix flour into batter until just incorporated. Pour batter into prepared cake pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 216.1 mg, Sugar 12.8 g

ORANGE DREAM CAKE



Orange Dream Cake image

I got this recipe from Allrecipes.com It was submitted by "Pauline" I made it for dessert on Christmas day. It is very good! The cake is nice and moist without having an overpowering orange taste. You can use any kind of frosting/icing on this cake or even sprinkle powdered sugar on it. I used a can of Cream Cheese frosting on mine. I made this cake in a bundt cake pan. I do not know how it will turn out in a 9x13x2 inch cake pan or (2) 9 inch round cake pans. Prep and bake times are approximate.

Provided by AuntWoofieWoof

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 slices

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18 1/4 ounce) box orange cake mix
1 (2 3/4 ounce) box orange Jell-O
1 (1 1/2 ounce) envelope Dream Whip
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup milk
4 large eggs
frosting or icing, of choice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F (or 175C) Grease and flour a bundt cake pan and set aside.
  • Dump cake mix, jello powder and Dream Whip powder in a large mixing bowl.
  • Stir together until well mixed.
  • Add oil, milk and eggs and mix for 3 minutes with an electric mixer.
  • Pour into prepared bundt cake pan.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes.
  • Insert a toothpick in the center of the cake.
  • When the toothpick comes out clean, the cake is done.
  • Remove the cake from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
  • Place a dinner or cake plate, bottom side up, on top of the cake pan.
  • Turn over and lightly shake the pan to help loosen the cake from it.
  • You might be able to feel the cake loosen from the pan.
  • While cake is still warm (but not hot) spread a light layer of the frosting on the side and top of the cake.
  • This will result in a nice glaze effect on the cake.
  • Or you can allow the cake to completely cool and frost it like you would normally frost a cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.5, Fat 14.9, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 111.3, Sodium 526.8, Carbohydrate 63.7, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 39.4, Protein 8

ORANGE DREAM CAKE



Orange Dream Cake image

We tried to save room for a big slice of this pretty cake. The flavor of orange and lemon really comes through. With a heavenly whipped cream frosting, this cake is a delightful end to a terrific meal. -Willa Govoro, St. Clair, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2/3 cup butter, softened
1-1/3 cups sugar
2/3 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 large eggs
2 cups cake flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
4 teaspoons grated orange zest, divided
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in juices and zest until well blended (mixture may appear curdled). Combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Gradually add to creamed mixture until well blended. , Pour into two greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , For frosting, in a small bowl, combine the coconut, sugar, juices and 3 teaspoons zest. Let stand for 10-15 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Fold in whipped cream. Spread between cake layers and over the top. Sprinkle with remaining orange zest. Chill for at least 1 hour. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 402mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CREAMY ORANGE CAKE



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Refreshing citrus flavor infuses tender white cake. A fluffy frosting adds finesse.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup boiling water
1 box (4-serving size) Jell-O™ orange-flavored gelatin
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ white cake mix
3/4 cup frozen (thawed) orange juice concentrate
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup water
4 egg whites
1 container Betty Crocker™ Whipped vanilla frosting
1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip frozen whipped topping, thawed
Orange peel strips, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan with baking spray with flour. In small bowl, mix boiling water and gelatin until gelatin is completely dissolved. Cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • In large bowl, beat cake mix, 1/4 cup of the gelatin mixture, 1/4 cup of the orange juice concentrate, the oil, water and egg whites with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pan. Reserve remaining gelatin mixture and orange juice concentrate.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Poke warm cake every inch with fork. Place 1 tablespoon of the reserved gelatin mixture in small microwavable bowl; set aside. Into remaining gelatin mixture, stir remaining 1/2 cup orange juice concentrate; pour slowly over cake. Cool cake completely, about 1 hour.
  • In medium bowl, gently stir together frosting and whipped topping; frost cake. Microwave 1 tablespoon gelatin mixture uncovered on High 10 seconds to liquefy. Using 1/4 teaspoon measuring spoon, place small drops of gelatin mixture over frosting. With spoon or toothpick, swirl gelatin into frosting. Garnish each cake piece with orange peel strips. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 3, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 2 g

ORANGE DREAM CAKE



Orange Dream Cake image

A fluffy cloud of pudding, whipped topping and oranges makes a melt-in-your-mouth topper for a homemade orange cake.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 box (4-serving size) white chocolate or vanilla instant pudding and pie filling mix
1 cup milk
1 cup Cool Whip frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 can (11 oz) mandarin orange segments, well drained
1 1/2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
1/2 cup grated white chocolate baking bars
Toasted slivered almonds, if desired
White chocolate curls, if desired

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, beat pudding mix and 1 cup milk with wire whisk or electric mixer on low speed about 2 minutes or until well blended. Fold in whipped topping. Reserve about 8 orange segments for garnish; stir remaining orange segments into pudding mixture. Cover; refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and side of 9-inch round cake pan with shortening or cooking spray; lightly flour.
  • In medium bowl, beat cake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on medium speed 4 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Stir in grated baking bars. Pour into pan.
  • Bake about 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Place cake on serving plate. Spoon topping onto cake. Garnish with reserved orange segments, the almonds and chocolate curls. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 55 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 520 mg, Sugar 38 g, TransFat 1 g

ORANGE DREAM CAKE



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A lighter version of the Creamsicle Cake. We can finally have our cake and eat it too! Can't remember where this originated but I have served this at family dinners without anyone suspecting it was low fat. Made as presented this is 4 points per piece. Cooking time includes chilling time.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h50m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

18 1/4 ounces orange cake mix (1 box)
10 fluid ounces diet orange soda
2 egg whites
6 ounces sugar-free orange gelatin, divided (2 pkgs)
1 cup hot water
1 cup cold water
3 1/2 ounces fat-free sugar-free vanilla pudding mix
1 cup nonfat milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 ounces Cool Whip Free, thawed

Steps:

  • Mix Cake mix, soda and egg whites together.
  • Pour batter into a 9 X 13 inch pan.
  • Bake as directed on box.
  • When done, use a meat fork to poke holes across the top of the entire cake.
  • Allow cake to cool.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together 1 box of the orange gelatin, 1 cup hot water and 1 cup cold water.
  • Pour gelatin mixture over top of cake.
  • Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.
  • Meanwhile, mix remaining box of jello, vanilla pudding mix, nonfat milk, and vanilla together. Beat well.
  • Fold whipped topping into this mixture, and spread on top of cake.
  • Chill in refrigerator until serving.

ORANGE DREAM ANGEL FOOD CAKE



Orange Dream Angel Food Cake image

A basic angel food cake becomes a heavenly indulgence, thanks to a hint of orange flavor swirled into every bite. The orange color makes slices of the cake look so pretty when arranged on individual dessert plates.-Lauren Osborne, Holtwood, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 large egg whites
1 cup all-purpose flour
1-3/4 cups sugar, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon orange extract
6 drops red food coloring, optional
6 drops yellow food coloring, optional

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sift flour and 3/4 cup sugar together twice; set aside. , Add the cream of tartar, salt and almond and vanilla extracts to egg whites; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Gradually fold in flour mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time., Gently spoon half of batter into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. To the remaining batter, stir in the orange zest, orange extract and, if desired, food colorings. Gently spoon orange batter over white batter. Cut through both layers with a knife to swirl the orange and remove air pockets., Bake on the lowest oven rack at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until lightly browned and entire top appears dry. Immediately invert pan; cool completely, about 1 hour., Run a knife around side and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a serving plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ORANGE DREAM CAKE RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Orange Dream Cake Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by á-6498

Number Of Ingredients 9

FROSTING:
1 box orange cake mix
1 small box orange Jell-O Gelatin
1 cup hot water
1 small box instant vanilla pudding
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon orange extract
1 tub Cool Whip, thawed, or whipped cream

Steps:

  • Bake the cake according to the directions on the box. When cake is finished baking and cooled, poke holes into the cake. Then mix the Jell-O and water, and pour over the cake. Refrigerate for one to two hours. FROSTING: Combine the pudding, milk, vanilla, and orange extract and mix until thick (generally 1 1/2 to 2 minutes). Then, fold in the thawed Cool Whip and beat on low until mixed well. Frost the cake, and enjoy!

CREAMY ORANGE CAKE



Creamy Orange Cake image

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield 16 servings, one slice each

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pkg. (2-layer size) yellow cake mix
1-1/2 tubs (8 oz. each) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed, divided
grated peel and juice from 1 navel orange, divided
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
2 Tbsp. powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Prepare cake batter and bake as directed on package for two 9-inch round cake pans, substituting 1-1/2 cups of the whipped topping for the oil and stirring orange zest into the batter before pouring into prepared pans. Cool cake layers in pans 10 min.; invert onto wire racks. Carefully remove pans; cool cakes completely.
  • Beat cream cheese, orange juice and powdered sugar in small bowl with electric mixer until well blended. Stir in remaining whipped topping.
  • Fill and frost cake layers with the cream cheese frosting. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 260 mg, Carbohydrate 33 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 22 g, Protein 3 g

Tips:

- To achieve a moist and fluffy cake, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. This allows them to blend seamlessly, resulting in a smooth batter. - Use fresh oranges for optimal flavor and aroma. Zest the oranges before juicing to capture the vibrant citrus notes. - Do not overmix the batter once the wet and dry ingredients are combined. Overmixing can lead to a dense and tough cake texture. Mix just until the ingredients are well combined. - Bake the cake in a preheated oven to ensure even cooking. The ideal temperature is crucial for achieving the perfect texture and doneness. - Keep an eye on the baking time. Overbaking can dry out the cake and compromise its delicate texture. Use a toothpick inserted into the center; if it comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached, the cake is ready. - Let the cake cool completely before glazing. This allows the flavors to develop fully and prevents the glaze from seeping into the cake excessively. - For a professional touch, use a wire rack to cool the cake. This promotes even airflow, preventing condensation from accumulating at the bottom of the cake.

Conclusion:

Indulge in the delightful fusion of citrusy goodness and moist, fluffy texture with this dreamy orange cake. The vibrant orange flavor, complemented by the sweet glaze, creates a tantalizing treat that captivates the senses. Whether served as a centerpiece at a special occasion or enjoyed as a comforting afternoon snack, this culinary masterpiece is sure to impress. With its simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, this recipe is accessible to bakers of all skill levels. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful baking adventure that will leave your taste buds craving more.

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