Best 5 Quick Sunshine Cake Recipes

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Introducing a journey into the realm of culinary delight, where flavors blend and aromas dance – we embark on a quest to discover the ultimate recipe for "Quick Sunshine Cake". This delectable treat, known for its golden hue and uplifting taste, promises to brighten your day with its cheerful charm. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventure, this article will guide you through the process of creating this irresistible cake, ensuring a perfect balance of texture, sweetness, and zesty sunshine flavor.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SUNSHINE CAKE



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I brought this cake to the county fair for 4-H and easily took home a purple ribbon. For a quicker lemon filling, use a cup of lemon curd from a jar.- Leah Will, Bel Aire, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 28

1 cup butter, softened
1-2/3 cups sugar
4 large eggs
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-1/2 teaspoons each grated lemon, orange and lime zest
2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup 2% milk
FILLING:
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup water
2 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup lemon juice
FROSTING:
1/2 cup butter, softened
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup light corn syrup
3 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
Dash salt
3 drops yellow food coloring
1 drop red food coloring
Assorted lollipops, unwrapped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottom of a greased 15x10x1-in. jelly-roll pan with parchment; grease paper., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla and citrus zest. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition., Transfer to prepared pan. Bake 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack; remove paper. Cool completely., For filling, in a small saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Whisk in water. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Remove from heat., In a small bowl, whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to pan, whisking constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in butter. Gently stir in lemon juice. Press plastic wrap onto surface of filling; cool slightly. Refrigerate until cold., For frosting, in a large bowl, cream butter until fluffy. Beat in confectioners' sugar, corn syrup, orange juice, vanilla, orange zest and salt until smooth. Tint orange with yellow and red food coloring. , Trim edges of cake; cut crosswise into thirds. Place 1 cake layer on a serving plate; spread with half the filling. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake layer. Frost top and sides of cake with frosting. Insert lollipops in top for flowers. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533 calories, Fat 22g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 129mg cholesterol, Sodium 394mg sodium, Carbohydrate 82g carbohydrate (58g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SUNSHINE CAKE



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This family-favorite recipe delivers a simple tea-time cake with the bright, sunshine-y flavors of lemon and vanilla.

Provided by Helga

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Sponge Cake Recipes

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 eggs
1 cup white sugar
5 tablespoons boiling water
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Separate eggs. Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together three times.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat yolks until lemon colored. mix in sugar a little at a time. Stir in the lemon extract, vanilla extract and boiling water until smooth. Stir in the flour mixture just until moistened. Whip the egg whites to soft peaks, and fold into the batter.
  • Pour the batter into an ungreased 9 inch tube pan. Bake at 350 degrees F ( 175 degrees C) for 45 to 50 minutes. Remove the cake from the oven, and invert the pan over a bottle. Cool and remove from pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 66.4 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 160.7 mg, Sugar 14.5 g

QUICK SUNSHINE CAKE



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This recipe was given to me by a friend with whom I exchange recipes. It is so moist and good. Being a nurse, I am always looking for quick easy recipes.

Provided by Dmarcks

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18.25 ounce) package moist yellow cake mix
4 eggs
½ cup vegetable oil
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, juice reserved
1 (16 ounce) package frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice

Steps:

  • Beat the eggs, and add them to the boxed cake mix. Add the oil and the mandarine oranges to the batter; remember to add the juice as well as the fruit. Pour the batter into a greased and floured 9 x 13 inch pan.
  • Bake the cake for 40 minutes in a preheated oven at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Cool on wire rack.
  • While cake is baking, prepare the frosting by mixing together the whipped dessert topping, the package of instant pudding, and the crushed pineapple with its juices. Set frosting in refrigerator to set. Frost when cake has thoroughly cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.3 calories, Carbohydrate 42.9 g, Cholesterol 41.9 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 324.2 mg, Sugar 31 g

PINEAPPLE SUNSHINE CAKE



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This super easy Pineapple Sunshine Cake is loaded with fantastic pineapple flavor and topped with a delicious whipped cream frosting! It's the perfect cake for all things summertime, and for making on the fly to take to events and gatherings! Garnish with even more pineapple and some maraschino cherries for a truly ambrosia-like cake!!

Provided by Angela

Categories     9x13 Cakes     Cake Recipes     Dessert     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box yellow cake mix
4 large eggs
1/2 cup oil ((I used coconut oil))
20 oz crushed pineapple ((with juice, not drained))
1 tsp vanilla extract
8 oz whipped topping ((thawed, Cool Whip - a 16 oz container can also be used))
5 oz instant vanilla pudding ((1 small box))
8 oz crushed pineapple ((with juice, not drained - I have also used larger cans, up to a 20 oz can before))

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and coat your 9 x 13 baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake ingredients (cake mix, crushed pineapple with juice, eggs, oil and vanilla extract ). Mix until thoroughly combined.
  • Transfer the cake batter to your prepared 9 x 13 baking pan, then bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden an inserted toothpick comes out clean from the center of the cake.
  • Remove the cake from oven when done and place on a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
  • While the cake is cooling, combine the frosting ingredients (whipped topping, pudding mix, and crushed pineapple with juice) in a medium size mixing bowl. Return the frosting to the refrigerator to let it set up, and until ready to use.
  • Spread the frosting over the pineapple sunshine cake once completely cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 kcal, Carbohydrate 46 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Sodium 320 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 32 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SUNSHINE CAKE



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Even in its simplicity, there's something about this buttery almond cake that just feels special. Baking it in a pie dish allows for you to serve it straight out of the vessel, whether for breakfast or a mid-afternoon snack, accompanied by nothing but a steaming cup of coffee or tea.

Provided by Sheela Prakash

Categories     Cake     Dessert     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Almond     Quick & Easy     Small Plates

Yield 1 (9-inch) cake

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, cooled, plus more for pan
1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for pan
2 large eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup sliced almonds
Pearl sugar (for sprinkling; optional)
Special equipment:
A 9-inch pie plate (not deep dish) or tart pan

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter and flour 9-inch pie plate.
  • Whisk eggs, granulated sugar, almond extract, and salt in a large bowl until frothy and pale, about 30 seconds. Add 1/2 cup butter and 1/2 cup flour and stir until incorporated. Pour into prepared pie plate. Top with almonds and pearl sugar, if using.
  • Bake cake until top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20-25 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack and let cake cool slightly before serving.
  • Do ahead:
  • Cake can be made 1 day ahead; store tightly wrapped at room temperature.

Tips:

  • Use fresh lemon zest: Fresh lemon zest will give your cake a brighter, more pronounced lemon flavor than bottled lemon juice or extract.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to create a smooth, even cake batter.
  • Add the eggs one at a time: This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

This Sunshine Cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It is light, fluffy, and full of lemon flavor. The lemon glaze adds a tart and tangy sweetness that perfectly complements the cake. This cake is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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