Sure thing! Here’s a detailed recipe for the Smack-Your-Lips Cake, a delightful dessert that’s bursting with tropical flavors, perfect for any occasion whether it’s a family gathering, potluck, or just a sweet treat to indulge in. This recipe yields 12 servings and has a prep time of 10 minutes, a cook time of 30 minutes, and a total time of 40 minutes. So, let’s dive into the instructions and ingredients to create this mouthwatering cake!
Smack-Your-Lips Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 box of yellow cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1 can of mandarin orange sections
- 1 can of crushed pineapple
- 1 package of instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 container of dessert topping (like Cool Whip)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with non-stick spray (such as ‘Pam’). |
| 2 | In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, and the entire can of mandarin orange sections (including the juice). Mix everything together for 2-3 minutes at medium speed until well combined and smooth. |
| 3 | Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly. |
| 4 | Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. |
| 5 | Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and set it aside to cool completely in the pan. |
| 6 | While the cake is cooling, prepare the topping. In a separate bowl, combine the crushed pineapple (make sure to drain any excess liquid), dessert topping, and instant vanilla pudding mix. Mix everything together until well combined. |
| 7 | Once the cake has cooled, spread the pineapple topping mixture evenly over the top of the cake. |
| 8 | Refrigerate the cake for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together and the topping to set. |
| 9 | Serve chilled and enjoy the tropical deliciousness of this Smack-Your-Lips Cake with friends and family! |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 278.8
- Fat: 6.4g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Cholesterol: 53.7mg
- Sodium: 438.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 52.7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 37g
- Protein: 3.8g
Recipe Notes:
- For a richer flavor, you can add shredded coconut or chopped nuts to the topping mixture.
- Feel free to garnish the cake with additional mandarin orange slices or maraschino cherries before serving for a decorative touch.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just make sure to keep it chilled to maintain freshness.
With its moist and fluffy texture, combined with the sweet tanginess of the pineapple and citrusy notes from the mandarin oranges, this Smack-Your-Lips Cake is sure to become a favorite dessert in your repertoire. Enjoy creating and savoring this delightful treat! 🍍🍰
