Indulge in the tropical flavors of this creamy orange cake that is both sweet and tangy. This dessert is a perfect choice for special occasions or for when you just want to treat yourself to something delightful.
Ingredients
- 1 box of yellow cake mix
- 1 cup of orange juice
- 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
- 3 eggs
- 1 can of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can of evaporated milk
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup of whipped cream for topping
- Orange slices for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, orange juice, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the creamy mixture by whisking together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and orange zest.
- Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Poke holes all over the cake using a fork or skewer.
- Pour the creamy mixture over the warm cake, allowing it to seep into the holes.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Before serving, top the cake with whipped cream and garnish with orange slices.
- Enjoy the creamy orange cake with a cup of coffee or tea for a delightful dessert experience.
Interesting Facts
Orange zest adds a vibrant citrus flavor to the cake.
The creamy mixture gives this cake a rich and indulgent texture.
This recipe is a refreshing twist on traditional cake flavors.