ORANGE-COCONUT ANGEL FOOD CAKE

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Everyone who tries this luscious cake loves it, even those who aren't watching their weight. I have several cake recipes, but this is my favorite. -Betty Kinser, Elizabethton, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) angel food cake mix
1 cup cold water
1/3 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons orange extract, divided
1-3/4 cups cold fat-free milk
1 package (1 ounce) sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1-1/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed, divided

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, orange juice and 1 teaspoon orange extract. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Spoon into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan., Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until lightly browned and entire top appears dry. Immediately invert pan onto a wire rack; cool completely, about 1 hour. Run a knife around sides of cake and remove from pan., In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Stir in orange zest and remaining orange extract. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Fold in 3/4 cup coconut and 3/4 cup whipped topping., Split cake into three horizontal layers. Place bottom layer on a serving plate; top with half of the pudding mixture. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake layer. Frost top and sides of cake with remaining whipped topping. Toast remaining coconut; sprinkle over top and sides of cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 5g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 361mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Sopner Poth
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but this cake was a complete failure.


Hassan Chohan
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This cake was a disaster! It was dry and crumbly, and the orange and coconut flavors were barely there.


Patrick O. Bangura
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I had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly. I think I might have overmixed the batter.


Hussain Ali FANNY PUB G CRAETER
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think it would be better with less sugar.


Hamed Bin Alam
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I'm not a big fan of coconut, but this cake was still really good. The orange flavor is very strong and the cake is very moist.


Daniel Koroma
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's light and fluffy, and the orange and coconut flavors are divine.


Karen Cleary
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday and she loved it! It was so pretty and tasted amazing.


Guy Morad
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This cake is delicious! The orange and coconut flavors are a great combination. It's also very moist and fluffy.


Dawa Lama
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. My friends and family love it.


Md Romjen
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This cake was a huge hit at my party! It's so light and fluffy, and the orange and coconut flavors are perfect together. I'll definitely be making this again.