Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 pkg

yellow cake mix

0.75 cup

Crisco

4 unit

eggs

1 cup

sugar

0.33 cup

hot water

1 pkg

orange Jell-O

0.75 cup

water

6 oz

frozen orange juice concentrate

Step 1
~9 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a tube or loaf pan.

Step 2
~9 min

In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, Crisco, eggs, sugar, 1/3 cup hot water, and orange Jell-O.

Step 3
~9 min

Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 4
~9 min

Pour the batter into the prepared pan.

Step 5
~9 min

Bake for 45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6
~9 min

While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze by mixing together the sugar, frozen orange juice concentrate, and 3/4 cup hot water.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 7
~9 min

Once the cake is removed from the oven, immediately poke holes all over the top using a large fork.

Step 8
~9 min

Slowly spoon the orange juice glaze over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.

Step 9
~9 min

Let the cake stand until completely cool before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use orange extract in the glaze.

Dust the cake with powdered sugar before serving.

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Whipped cream
Vanilla ice cream
Fresh berries

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common dessert for potlucks and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthdays
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Birthday
Party
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100