Mandarin Orange Cake
This Mandarin Orange Cake is moist, fluffy, and bursting with citrus flavor. Easy to bake and perfect for any occasion, it's made with real mandarins for a naturally delicious taste.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- 9-inch Round Cake Pan
- Oven
Ingredients
Cake Batter
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 eggs room temperature
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup butter or oil melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup mandarin oranges fresh or canned, drained and chopped
Optional Frosting
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs. Add melted butter (or oil), vanilla extract, and chopped mandarin oranges.
- Slowly mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- If using frosting, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form. Spread over the cooled cake.
Notes
For extra citrus flavor, add a splash of orange juice or zest to the batter. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.