Indulge in this moist and flavorful Harvey Wallbanger Cake that combines the classic cocktail flavors of orange and vodka. This delicious cake is perfect for special occasions or as a dessert to impress your guests. The orange-infused cake is soaked with a boozy glaze made with vodka and orange liqueur, resulting in a tender and moist texture. Topped with a creamy orange glaze, this cake is a showstopper that will leave everyone wanting more. Dive into this amazing recipe and bring the taste of the Harvey Wallbanger cocktail to your cake.
Ingredients
- 1 box of yellow cake mix
- 1 package of instant vanilla pudding mix
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup vodka
- 1/4 cup Galliano or other orange liqueur
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tablespoons orange liqueur
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bundt cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, instant vanilla pudding mix, eggs, vegetable oil, orange juice, vodka, and orange liqueur. Beat on low speed until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Increase the speed to medium and beat for an additional 2 minutes, ensuring the batter is smooth and well mixed.
- Pour the batter into the greased bundt cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange liqueur in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack to finish cooling.
- While the cake is still warm, poke several holes on the top using a skewer or fork.
- Drizzle the prepared glaze over the warm cake, allowing it to soak into the holes and spread over the surface.
- Let the cake cool completely before serving. Serve slices with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.
Interesting Facts
The Harvey Wallbanger is a classic cocktail that originated in the 1950s and gained popularity in the 1970s.
The cocktail was named after a surfer named Harvey who would often drink it after a bad day of surfing.
The combination of orange juice, vodka, and Galliano gives the cocktail its distinct flavor profile.
Turning the cocktail into a cake adds a unique twist to a traditional dessert and allows you to enjoy the flavors in a different way.
You can customize the cake by adding orange zest to the batter for an extra burst of citrus flavor.