Best 5 Orange Refrigerator Cake Recipes

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When it comes to desserts, few things are as refreshing and delicious as a cold, creamy orange refrigerator cake. This classic treat is made with simple ingredients and can be prepared in just a few minutes. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy dessert to serve at a party or a sweet snack to enjoy on a hot summer day, this orange refrigerator cake is sure to satisfy your cravings. With its creamy texture, bright citrus flavor, and refreshing taste, this cake is the perfect way to end any meal or satisfy your sweet tooth.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ORANGE REFRIGERATOR CAKE



Orange Refrigerator Cake image

This refreshing dessert will disappear in a hurry at your next get-together. "My mother used this recipe more than 60 years ago, but she called it 'Icebox Cake' because we didn't have a refrigerator," recalls Marietta Martin from Brazil, Indiana.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (4.6 ounces) cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
1 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
2 loaf-shaped angel food cakes (10-1/2 ounces each)
2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

  • Prepare pudding according to package directions; set aside. In a small sauce-pan, sprinkle gelatin over orange juice; let stand for 1 minute. Cook and stir over low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir into pudding. Add orange zest. Transfer to a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until cooled., Cut one angel food cake in half width-wise. Save one half for another use. Cut remaining half into eight slices. Cut second loaf into 16 slices., Arrange half of the cake slices in an ungreased 13x9-in. dish. Fold whipped cream into pudding; spread half over the cake slices. Repeat layers. Cover and refrigerate overnight or until set.

Nutrition Facts :

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.

DOUBLE ORANGE REFRIGERATOR SHEET CAKE RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Double Orange Refrigerator Sheet Cake Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by á-10791

Number Of Ingredients 8

Cake:
1 package orange jello (3 oz.)
1 Duncan Hines white or orange supreme cake mix
Topping:
1 envelope Dream Whip topping
1 package vanilla instant pudding
1 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon orange extract

Steps:

  • Dissolve jello in 3/4 cup boiling water. Add 1/2 cup cold water and set aside. Mix and bake cake as directed on package in 9 x 13 pan. Cool cake 20 - 30 minutes. Poke holes through top of cake with skewer or large toothpick spacing holes about 1" apart. Using a cup, slowly pour jello into holes. Refrigerate cake. In a chilled deep bowl, blend and whip topping mix, pudding, cold milk and orange extract until stiff, 3 - 8 minutes. Immediately frost cake. Store in refrigerator and serve chilled.

ORANGE REFRIGERATOR SHEET CAKE



Orange Refrigerator Sheet Cake image

I really have no idea where I got this recipe but know I have had it for many years. If anyone knows I would be interested in learning. The amount of time to prepare this cake is hard to say. There are different steps but it is very easy to make. Perhaps you could make your own note after making it. I am sorry I can't really...

Provided by Susan Cutler

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg orange gelatin, 4 serving size
1 box duncan hines white cake mix
TOPPING:
1 pkg dream whip, dry topping mix
1 pkg vanilla pudding, instant
1 1/2 c milk

Steps:

  • 1. Add 1 1/3 cups boiling water to jello plus 1 cup cold water. Set aside at room temperature to set.
  • 2. Mix cake as directed and bake according to package directions. Let cool for 20-25 minutes. Use a fork and every 1/2 inch punch holes deep into the cake while still in the baking pan. The more holes, the better it is. Carefully pour jello liquid over the cake getting the liquid into the holes made. Put in Refrigerator while making topping.
  • 3. Topping: Add all 3 ingredients into a precooled mixing bowl. Beat until stiff. Take cake out of refrigerator and top with topping. Put back in refrigerator until serving time.

FRESH ORANGE REFRIGERATOR CAKE



Fresh Orange Refrigerator Cake image

When the hot summer days are on you sure want something to sit back and enjoy without cooking. This is something cool that can go along well with a barbecue.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Orange Dessert Recipes

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups fresh orange juice
1 ½ cups white sugar
3 (.25 ounce) packages unflavored gelatin
⅓ cup lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup diced orange segments
1 (12 ounce) package ladyfingers
1 pint fresh strawberries

Steps:

  • Line bottom and sides of an 8 inch springform pan with split ladyfingers.
  • Combine 1 cup orange juice and sugar in saucepan; heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat. Soften gelatin in 1 cup orange juice then stir in hot juice. Add remaining orange juice, lemon juice and salt. Chill until slightly thickened.
  • Whip the cream until stiff and fold into the gelatin mixture. Fold in orange sections and spoon into the prepared pan. Chill for at least 4 hours. Remove sides of pan and place on a serving plate. Garnish with fresh strawberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.4 calories, Carbohydrate 66.6 g, Cholesterol 106.9 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 93.1 mg, Sugar 42 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh oranges for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh oranges, you can use orange juice concentrate or frozen orange juice, but the flavor will not be as good.
  • Be sure to grease and flour the bundt pan well before adding the batter. This will help the cake to come out of the pan easily.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Over disrespectfulxing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Do not overbake the cake, or it will be dry.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.

Conclusion:

Orange refrigerator cake is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its zesty orange flavor and creamy frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give orange refrigerator cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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