Pineapple-Orange Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

A light and moist pineapple-orange cake featuring the tropical sweetness of mandarin oranges and vibrant citrus flavors. Perfect for celebrations or casual gatherings, this cake offers a delightful balance of fruity tang and tender crumb, appealing to citrus lovers and those seeking a cheerful dessert.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (18 1/4 oz.) box yellow cake mix
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 1/3 cup oil
  • 1 small can mandarin oranges, drained

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Grease and lightly flour a 9 x 13-inch cake pan.
  3. In a mixing bowl, blend the cake mix, eggs, water, and oil.
  4. Using an electric mixer, beat at medium speed for 2 minutes.
  5. Add the drained mandarin oranges and continue beating for 1 minute.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool completely before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

440 kcal 22% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3g 6% DV
Total Fat 28g 36% DV
Carbs 45.8g 17% DV
Fiber 0.5g 2% DV
Sugar 3.9g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 223.3mg 10% DV
Potassium 170.8mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 27.3mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 5.1mg 6% DV
Calcium 100mg 8% DV
Iron 0.9mg 5% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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