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Orange Creamsicle Poke Cake

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A simple, nostalgic summer dessert featuring a moist orange cake soaked with orange soda and topped with creamy whipped topping, perfect for warm-weather celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box orange cake mix (about 15.25 oz / 432g)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil (80 ml)
  • 1 cup water (240 ml)
  • 12 oz orange soda (about 1 can)
  • 8 oz whipped topping (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional)
  • 1 cup sliced mandarin oranges, drained (optional)
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the orange cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Mix with an electric mixer or whisk until smooth and lump-free, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking doneness at 25 minutes with a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  4. While the cake is still warm but not hot, poke 30-40 holes evenly spaced 1-2 inches apart all over the cake using a toothpick or skewer.
  5. Slowly pour the entire can of orange soda evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.
  6. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to let the soda soak fully and cool the cake.
  7. In a bowl, gently fold the powdered sugar and orange zest into the whipped topping. Spread the topping evenly over the chilled cake.
  8. If desired, sprinkle sliced mandarin oranges and/or white chocolate chips on top.
  9. Slice into squares and serve chilled.

Notes

Do not skip poking holes in the cake to allow the orange soda to soak in and keep the cake moist. Use fresh, carbonated orange soda for best results. Chill the cake before adding the whipped topping to prevent melting. The cake tastes better the next day after flavors meld. Variations include using grapefruit soda, lemon-lime soda with vanilla extract, or adding chocolate chips. For dairy-free or gluten-free options, use appropriate cake mixes and toppings.

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