This disappeared in seconds when my mom made it on those super busy days
Orange Crush Poke Cake is a delightful and refreshing dessert that combines the light, fluffy texture of a white cake with the zesty, sweet flavor of Orange Crush soda. This guide will walk you through the steps to create this delicious treat, along with providing tips, variations, and answers to common questions.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| White cake mix | 1 box |
| Eggs | As required by the cake mix |
| Oil | As required by the cake mix |
| Water | Substitute with 1 cup of Orange Crush soda |
| Instant vanilla pudding mix | 1 package (3.4 oz) |
| Milk | 1 cup |
| Orange zest | 1 teaspoon |
| Whipped topping | 2 cups |
| Orange slices (optional) | For garnish |
Instructions:
- Preheat Your Oven: Follow the instructions on your cake mix box for preheating.
- Prepare the Cake Mix: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix with the required eggs and oil. Replace the water with Orange Crush soda. Mix until smooth.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan. Bake according to the package directions, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Poke the Cake: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven. While still warm, use the end of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the top of the cake.
- Prepare the Pudding Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix, milk, and orange zest until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Fill the Holes: Pour the pudding mixture over the warm cake, aiming to fill the holes created.
- Cool and Top: Allow the cake to cool completely. Then, spread the whipped topping evenly over the top.
- Garnish and Refrigerate: Garnish with orange slices or additional zest if desired. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the cake to absorb the flavors and firm up.
