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Kids of all ages will enjoy the old-fashioned flavor of this super-moist cake topped with a soft light frosting. "This dessert reminds me of the frozen Creamsicles I enjoyed as a child," remarks Star Pooley of Paradise, California.

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Orange Cream Cake Recipe

Prep: 20 min. + chilling Bake: 25 min. + cooling

Yield: 12-15 Servings

20 25 45

Ingredients

1 package lemon cake mix (regular size)
1 envelope unsweetened orange Kool-Aid mix
1 cup water
3 eggs
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 packages (3 ounces each) orange gelatin, divided
1 cup boiling water
1 cup cold water
1 cup cold milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pacakge (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Directions

In a large bowl, combine cake mix, Kool-Aid mix, water, eggs and oil; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes.
Pour into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Using a meat fork or wooden skewer, poke holes in cake. Cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, dissolve one package of gelatin in boiling water. Stir in cold water. Pour over cake. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
In a large bowl, combine the milk, vanilla, pudding mix and remaining gelatin; beat on low for 2 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes; fold in whipped topping. Frost cake. Refrigerate leftovers. Yield: 12-15 servings.

Originally published as Orange Cream Cake in Quick Cooking March/April 2001, p14

Sweet White Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a sweet white wine such as Moscato or a sweet Riesling.

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Reviewed on Mar. 11, 2013 by BlaineL

Delicious and moist!

Reviewed on May. 07, 2012 by Kathie1026

This cake sounded delicious as I read the ingredients, so I bought ingredients to make two; one to share, the other to snack on throughout the week. So glad I did! Everyone loved the refreshing taste after Sunday dinner.

Reviewed on Apr. 12, 2012 by lilaccrew

The flavor was not bad. I had a lot of trouble with the frosting. It was too liquidy. I tried adding powdered sugar and a 1/2 cup of sour cream but still not solid enough.

Reviewed on Sep. 30, 2010 by shawna102

First time I have ever made this cake and it will not be the last. It's a keeper. Excellent!

Reviewed on Sep. 07, 2010 by Jessica2783

what is unsweetened orange soft drink mix? Is that KoolAid or Tang?

Reviewed on Aug. 06, 2010 by alshissler

I love this recipe. It's easy to make, moist and has a wonderful flavor! I bring the dessert to my family's Sunday cookouts in the summer and everyone loves this one. The only things I do different are I usually use a white cake mix and I always substitute apple sauce for the oil. Thanks for sharing such a wonderful recipe!

Reviewed on Apr. 02, 2010 by zsuzsa_wi

Very good.

Reviewed on Mar. 18, 2010 by ACnurse

So moist and delicious, using the lemon cake mix really sparks up the citrus flavor. I enjoy it best well chilled. A new favorite--YUM!!!

Reviewed on Jul. 03, 2009 by ohiamsohappy150

Fantastic recipe! Very refreshing!

I have been making this for a few years now, and has always been a big hit!

Reviewed on Mar. 08, 2009 by mrswvwoodchuck

This cake is the best my son who's 31st birthday is coming always request this cake for his special day.

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