Best 7 Mandarin Orange Pineapple Cake Aka Pig Pickin Cake Recipes

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Mandarin orange pineapple cake, also known as pig pickin' cake, is a classic Southern dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and fluffy texture, sweet and tangy flavor, and beautiful appearance, this cake is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, this article will provide you with all the information you need to create the perfect mandarin orange pineapple cake. From gathering the necessary ingredients to baking and decorating, we will guide you through each step of the process. So what are you waiting for? Let's get started!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MANDARIN ORANGE CAKE WITH PINEAPPLE FROSTING



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Mandarin Orange Cake with Pineapple Frosting is so light and refreshing and begins with a cake mix and mandarin oranges, then topped with a frosting made with crushed pineapple and vanilla pudding. Also known as Pig Pickin' cake, this simple cake recipe is absolutely amazing!

Provided by Jessica & Nellie

Categories     Cake

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Cake:
1 yellow cake mix
1/2 cup oil
4 eggs
11 oz can mandarin oranges (with the juice)
Frosting:
8 oz Cool Whip
1 sm. can crushed pineapple (8 oz)
1 sm. pkg vanilla instant pudding

Steps:

  • For cake: Mix all ingredients together and bake at 350 for 35 minutes. If you make the cake in a bundt pan (rather than a 9X13), the cook time will be closer to 45 minutes.
  • Once the cake is cooled, mix the pineapple and pudding together. Let set for a few minutes until slightly thickened and then fold in the Cool Whip. Spread on cake and keep refrigerated until ready to serve. Enjoy!

MANDARIN ORANGE PINEAPPLE CAKE (AKA PIG PICKIN CAKE)



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Make and share this Mandarin Orange Pineapple Cake (Aka Pig Pickin Cake) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by licked_cupcake

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 12 slices, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

18 ounces yellow cake mix
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
11 ounces mandarin oranges in juice
20 ounces crushed pineapple in juice
9 ounces frozen whipped topping, thawed
3 1/2 ounces vanilla instant pudding mix

Steps:

  • Prepare the yellow cake mix according to the directions on the box, EXCEPT substitute the can of mandarin oranges (with juice) for the water. Beat the mandarin oranges in with the other ingredients with an electric hand mixer. Bake according to directions.
  • To make the topping, stir together canned crushed pineapple (with juice), thawed whipped topping, and vanilla pudding mix. Spread over cake evenly once the cake has cooled.

PINEAPPLE ORANGE CAKE (PIG PICKIN' CAKE) RECIPE



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If you want a super flavorful cake this pineapple orange cake recipe is the one you need to try.

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box yellow cake mix
11 ounces mandarin oranges (1 can, undrained)
4 egg whites
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
20 ounces crushed pineapple (1 can, undrained)
3.5 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix (1 package, (you could use sugar free if you want))
8 ounces reduced fat whipped topping (1 carton, (cool whip))
sliced oranges or mandarin orange segments (for garnish)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cake mix, oranges, egg whites and applesauce on low speed for 2 minutes. Pour into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  • Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
  • In a bowl, combine the pineapple and pudding mix. Fold in whipped topping just until blended. Spread over cake. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with sliced oranges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Sodium 381 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 34 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PINEAPPLE ORANGE CAKE



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This is one of my favorite cakes. It's moist and light yet so satisfying. I've been adapting it for years and now it's almost guilt-free. -Pam Sjolund, Columbia, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, undrained
4 large egg whites
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
TOPPING:
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
1 carton (8 ounces) reduced-fat whipped topping

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cake mix, oranges, egg whites and applesauce on low speed for 2 minutes. Pour into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. , In a bowl, combine the pineapple and pudding mix. Fold in whipped topping just until blended. Spread over cake. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 310mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MANDARIN ORANGE CAKE I



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Start with yellow cake mix and Mandarin oranges to make this cake with a frosting made with pineapple, pudding mixture, and whipped topping.

Provided by Ellen

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Orange Dessert Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
4 eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin orange segments
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
1 (3.5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, oil and mandarin oranges with juice. Beat until smooth. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.
  • To make the topping: In a large bowl, beat together whipped topping, pineapple with juice and dry pudding mix until blended. Spread on cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.7 calories, Carbohydrate 38.1 g, Cholesterol 41.9 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 287.2 mg, Sugar 26.6 g

MANDARIN ORANGE CAKE WITH PINEAPPLE FROSTING



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My aunt made this for Easter, and everyone loved it...no leftovers:(It is very simple and makes a nice presentation. I am not a big fan of mandarin oranges, but this cake is divine. I chop up the oranges just because I don't like big hunks of oranges, but you can leave them whole if you wish. A must try!! Baking time is approximate.

Provided by Manda

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 1 nine x thirteen inch cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box yellow cake mix
4 eggs
1/2 cup oil
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, with juice (I coarsely chop, but they may be left whole)
1 cup coarsley chopped pecans
1 (12 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained well

Steps:

  • Spray 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Beat together all cake ingredients for 4 minutes.
  • Bake cake according to time on box.
  • Let cool completely.
  • Mix together all frosting ingredients.
  • Spread on cooled cake and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.7, Fat 29.7, SaturatedFat 9.2, Cholesterol 71.4, Sodium 433.9, Carbohydrate 60.4, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 43, Protein 5.6

PINEAPPLE MANDARIN CAKE



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This cake recipe delivers a lovely white cake decorated with pineapple and mandarin oranges making it ideal for a special occasion.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 ¾ cups cake flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
⅔ cup shortening
1 ½ cups white sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ⅓ cups milk
½ cup butter, softened
4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
¼ cup light cream
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
10 ounces crushed pineapple, drained

Steps:

  • Combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to blend.
  • In a large bowl, cream shortening, white sugar, eggs, and vanilla together; beat until light and fluffy. Add flour mixture to creamed mixture alternately with milk, making 3 dry and 2 liquid additions; combine lightly after each. Spread batter evenly into 2 greased and floured 8 inch round layer cake pans.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 to 40 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool cake in pan 10 minutes, then turn out on wire rack to cool completely.
  • Cream butter or margarine. Gradually blend in confectioners' sugar, cream, and lemon juice. Beat until light and creamy. Fill and frost the cake. Decorate top with a ring of well drained mandarin orange segments around outside edge. Fill center with well drained crushed pineapple. Decorate center with a few additional orange sections.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 744 calories, Carbohydrate 122.1 g, Cholesterol 86.8 mg, Fat 26.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 485 mg, Sugar 89.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and juicy oranges and pineapples. This will ensure that your cake is flavorful and moist.
  • Grate the orange and pineapple zest before juicing them. This will add extra flavor to your cake.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.
  • Feel free to get creative with your frosting. You can use a simple glaze, a cream cheese frosting, or a whipped cream frosting.

Conclusion:

Mandarin orange pineapple cake, also known as pig pickin' cake, is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist crumb, citrusy flavor, and sweet frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a special cake to make, give mandarin orange pineapple cake a try. You won't be disappointed.

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