We call this pineapple orange cake recipe pig pickin’ cake because it is a popular cake to serve at a pig roast. This is the best cake to take to a potluck, so if you have one coming, make this delicious favorite summer dessert recipe.
The orange cake flavor pairs nicely with the BBQ flavors because it is a light and refreshing easy cake mix recipe. Plus it has all of the wonderful citrus and creamy summer flavors.
Did I mention how easy it is to make this pig pickin’ cake?! There are only a few ingredients and you get the best orange cake ever.
Ingredients Needed For Our Pineapple Orange Cake Recipe (Pig Pickin’ Cake):
- Yellow cake mix
- Mandarin oranges
- Egg whites
- Unsweetened applesauce
- Crushed pineapple
- Instant vanilla pudding mix
- Reduced fat whipped topping
- Sliced oranges or mandarin oranges
Equipment Needed
For this recipe, you only need a few simple kitchen tools. We recommend using the following equipment:
How To Make Pineapple Orange Cake (Pig Pickin’ Cake)
- In a large bowl, beat the cake mix, oranges, egg whites and applesauce on low speed for 2 minutes. Pour into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray.
- Bake at 350℉ for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
- In a bowl, combine the pineapple and pudding mix. Fold in whipped topping just until blended. Spread over cake. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with sliced oranges.
Storage Suggestions
If you manage to have any leftover cake, these can store well if prepped appropriately. Once the cake has cooled completely, here is how you can store it:
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
- Freezer: You can freeze completely cooled, un-frosted cake. First, wrap it either in plastic wrap or Press & Seal wrap. Plastic wrap tends to be a little difficult, and require multiple layers. However, we usually always have plastic wrap on hand. Make sure to label your frozen cake with the date made. Frozen cake can last in the freezer for up to 3 months
Is It Possible to Make Your Own Instant Pudding:
Grabbing a package of instant vanilla pudding is easy, however it is not your only option especially if you like to limit the number of preservatives you’re baking with. You can actually make your own homemade instant vanilla pudding.
If making your own Instant vanilla pudding then take a peak over at the Brown Eyed Bakers DIY Instant Vanilla Pudding recipe!
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Pineapple Orange Cake (Pig Pickin’ Cake) Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 11 ounces mandarin oranges, 1 can, undrained
- 4 egg whites
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
Topping
- 20 ounces crushed pineapple, 1 can, undrained
- 3.5 ounces instant vanilla pudding mix, 1 package, (you could use sugar free if you want)
- 8 ounces reduced fat whipped topping, 1 carton, (cool whip)
- sliced oranges or mandarin orange segments, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the cake mix, oranges, egg whites and applesauce on low speed for 2 minutes. Pour into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray.
- Bake at 350℉ for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
- In a bowl, combine the pineapple and pudding mix. Fold in whipped topping just until blended. Spread over cake. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with sliced oranges.
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