Ingredients:
1 box vanilla cake mix
1 box (3 oz) orange gelatin mix
1 cup orange juice
½ cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp orange zest
1 cup butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
2 tbsp heavy cream
2 tbsp orange extract (optional)
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, blend the vanilla cake mix and orange gelatin mix together.
3. Pour in the orange juice, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and orange zest. Mix on medium speed until everything is well combined.
4. Divide the batter equally between both pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
5. Once baked, let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
6. For the frosting, beat the softened butter at high speed until it’s light and fluffy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well each time. Scrape the sides of the bowl as needed.
7. After all the powdered sugar is incorporated, your frosting may look dry. Add in the heavy cream and orange extract (if using), then beat at high speed until smooth and creamy.
8. Frost your cooled cakes and stack them beautifully. Enjoy every delightful slice of your Orange Creamsicle Cake!
Prep Time: 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour
Kcal: Approx 400 per slice
