Best 8 Easy Orange Dream Cake Recipes

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In the realm of delectable desserts, Easy Orange Dream Cake stands as a culinary masterpiece. Get ready to embark on a delightful journey where simplicity meets delectable flavors. This cake is an absolute treat for citrus enthusiasts, promising an explosion of zesty orange notes in every bite. With its fluffy texture, moist crumb, and tantalizing orange glaze, this cake will leave you craving for more. Whether you're a passionate baker looking to expand your repertoire or a novice seeking a foolproof recipe, this guide will walk you through the steps of creating the perfect Easy Orange Dream Cake. Along the way, you'll discover the secrets to achieving the perfect balance of sweetness, tartness, and texture that makes this cake an absolute delight. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's dive into the world of orange-infused deliciousness.

Let's cook with our recipes!

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 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!

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 CAKE



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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.

EASY ORANGE DREAM CAKE



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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

BEST ORANGE DREAMSICLE CAKE



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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 DREAM ANGEL FOOD CAKE



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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 CREAM POKE CAKE



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Inspired by orangesicles, our orange cream poke cake will melt in your mouth, not down your shirt.

Provided by By Cheri Liefeld

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ vanilla cake mix
3 eggs
1 cup water
1/2 cup canola oil
1 cup boiling water
1 box (4-serving size) orange-flavored gelatin
1 cup cold water
1 box (4-serving size) vanilla instant pudding and pie filling mix
1 box (4-serving size) Jell-O™ orange-flavored gelatin
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Additional whipped topping
Grated orange peel

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 large bowl, beat cake mix, eggs, 1 cup water and the oil with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour batter into pan.
  • Bake 28 to 33 minutes or until toothpick inserted near center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on cooling rack, about 1 hour.
  • Poke cake all over with fork or wooden skewer. In medium bowl, pour boiling water on 1 box orange gelatin; stir until gelatin is dissolved. Stir in cold water. Pour gelatin over cake. Run knife around edges of pan to loosen cake. Refrigerate 2 hours.
  • In large bowl, stir together pudding mix, 1 box orange gelatin, the milk and orange juice until blended. Fold in 1 container whipped topping. Spread over cake. Cut into squares. Garnish with additional whipped topping and orange peel. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg, Sugar 23 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh oranges: Fresh oranges provide the best flavor and aroma to the cake. If you don't have fresh oranges, you can use store-bought orange juice, but make sure it's 100% pure and not from concentrate.
  • Zest the oranges before juicing them: Orange zest adds a lot of flavor to the cake, so be sure to zest the oranges before juicing them. You can use a Microplane zester or a fine grater.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This is the best way to ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help the frosting to set properly.

Conclusion:

Orange Dream Cake is a delicious, light, and fluffy cake that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be customized with different frosting flavors and toppings. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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