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Easy Orange Creamsicle Poke Cake

Close-up of a moist slice of Creamsicle Cake with thick white frosting and orange zest sprinkles.
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You can make this refreshing Orange Creamsicle Cake using simple ingredients like cake mix and gelatin. It delivers the bright citrus flavor and creamy texture of the classic frozen treat, making it a perfect, easy summer dessert for any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix
  • Ingredients called for on cake mix box (usually eggs, oil, water)
  • 1 package (3 ounces) orange gelatin
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1 tub (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1/2 cup cold milk
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest (optional, for extra flavor)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the yellow cake mix according to the package directions for a 9×13 inch pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
  2. Poke the cake: While the cake is still warm, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a large fork to poke holes all over the surface of the cake, about 1 inch apart.
  3. Prepare the gelatin soak: In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange gelatin powder and the boiling water until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in the cold water and orange juice.
  4. Soak the cake: Slowly pour the gelatin mixture evenly over the poked holes in the warm cake. Allow the cake to cool completely to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the gelatin is set.
  5. Make the creamy topping: In a separate bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix, cold milk, and orange zest (if using) until the mixture thickens, about 2 minutes. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until just combined.
  6. Frost the cake: Spread the creamy vanilla-orange topping evenly over the chilled, set cake.
  7. Chill before serving: Return the cake to the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a richer orange flavor, substitute the water in the gelatin mixture with orange soda.
  • You can use a white cake mix instead of yellow for a lighter base color.
  • If you prefer a thicker frosting, use 1 cup of cold milk instead of 1/2 cup when mixing the pudding.

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