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Cake
1
Preheat oven according to cake mix directions.
2
Grease and flour two round cake pans.
3
Follow the instructions on the cake mix except for the water.
4
Pour juice from the mandarin oranges into a measuring cup.
5
Add enough water to the mandarin orange juice to meet the required "water" measurement on the cake mix package. Add to cake mix.
6
Once cake batter is mixed fold in the drained can of mandarin oranges and mix to break up orange bits.
7
Bake according to package directions.
Whipped Frosting
1
Whisk crushed pineapple (and juice) with packet of instant vanilla pudding.
2
Fold in half of the whipped topping until incorporated; Once combined, add the remaining half and fold until combined.
3
Once all the cool whip is folded in, refrigerate until cakes are cooled and ready for frosting.
4
After your cake is cooled, frost the top of the first layer and the second cake and frost the remaining cake heavily.
5
You can leave it just like that or you can top it with strawberries, pineapple, mandarin oranges and so on.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Drain Your Canned Fruits Thoroughly 🍊Reserve the mandarin orange and pineapple juice separately, then drain the fruits completely on paper towels to prevent excess moisture from making your cake soggy.
- Room Temperature Eggs for Maximum Volume 🥚Bring egg whites to room temperature before beating to achieve greater volume and a lighter, airier cake texture that showcases the pudding's moisture.
- Fold, Don't Stir the Whipped Topping 🫧Use a rubber spatula to gently fold the whipped topping into the batter in three additions to maintain air bubbles and preserve the cake's signature light, fluffy crumb.
- Oil Over Butter for Extra Moisture 🫒Use neutral-flavored oil as specified rather than substituting butter, as oil creates a tender, more moist crumb that pairs perfectly with the citrus and pudding filling.
- Let It Cool Before Assembly 🧊Cool the cake completely to room temperature before topping with additional whipped topping and fruit to prevent melting and ensure clean, attractive presentation for your potluck.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low-Cholesterol
My Calorie Intake
Smart Nutrition 
Nutrition Per Serving
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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