211 oz can Mandarin orangessave the juice from 1 can for use in the cake
4largeeggs
¾cupsugar
¼cupvegetable oil
2tspvanilla
Frosting
115 ozcan crushed pineapplewell drained
13.5 ozinstant vanilla pudding mix
116 ozcontainer frozen whipped toppingthawed
Garnish
111 ozmandarin orangeswell drained
Any seasonal fruit
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°. Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside. Or 2 9 inch round cake pans.
In a medium mixing bowl, mix together the cake mix, canned oranges with the juice of ONE can, eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla. Mix for a couple of minutes.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes, until center is done by inserting a toothpick and having it clean when it's removed.
Let the cake sit & completely cool.
In a medium bowl, combine the well-drained pineapple and the pudding mix until the pineapple is evenly coated with the mix. Let the mixture sit for a couple of minutes, 1-3 minutes.
Fold in the thawed whip topping until evenly combined. Spread frosting evenly over the top of the cake and garnish, if desired with well-drained mandarin oranges, pineapple or any fruit of your choice that pairs well with oranges.
Enjoy!!
Nutrition values are estimates, for exact values consult a nutritionist.
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