Ingredients
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- 1 box orange cake mix
- 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup colorful dried fruit pieces
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and combine the orange cake mix with colorful dried fruit in a mixing bowl.
- Add eggs, vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract, mixing until a smooth batter is formed.
- Gently fold in the drained mandarin oranges, ensuring they remain intact.
- Pour the mixture into a greased cake pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Notes
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
- For serving, pair with whipped cream, powdered sugar, vanilla ice cream, or orange glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220 Kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg