Description
This Orange Jello Cake is a deliciously moist and citrusy dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. The combination of yellow cake mix and orange gelatin creates a vibrant and flavorful treat that’s sure to impress your guests. Topped with a sweet orange glaze, this cake is a refreshing twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1 box (3 oz) orange gelatin (Jell-O)
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup orange juice (divided)
- 1/4 cup water
For the glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease/flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix the batter: In a large bowl, combine cake mix, orange gelatin, eggs, vegetable oil, 1/2 cup orange juice, and water. Beat for 2 minutes on medium speed.
- Bake: Pour batter into the pan, bake for 30–35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Make the glaze: While warm, mix powdered sugar, 1/4 cup orange juice, and zest. Pour over the cake.
- Cool and serve: Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- This cake tastes even better the next day once the glaze sets.
- Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a firmer texture.
- You can use a bundt pan—just adjust baking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
