This easy Orange Creamsicle Poke Cake is the ultimate summer dessert, perfect for parties, picnics, or any sunny day celebration! A moist vanilla cake infused with vibrant orange flavor and topped with a light and fluffy orange-vanilla frosting will have everyone asking for seconds. Pair it with grilled chicken marinated in our 5-star chicken marinade and a refreshing broccoli salad for a complete summer feast!
Creamsicles are a timeless summer treat, and this cake captures their magical orange-vanilla essence in every bite. What makes this recipe truly special is the fun pop of color and flavor from the JELLO-infused poke cake technique, ensuring a moist and flavorful dessert. It’s a simple yet stunning cake that’s perfect for decorating and impressing your guests.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 5 eggs
- 3 cups self-rising flour
- 3/4 lb butter, softened (3 sticks)
- 3 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup carbonated orange soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 drops orange food coloring (optional)
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
For the Glaze
- 3 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1/4 cup orange soda
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
Note: Use a large bundt or tube pan. Fill no more than two-thirds full, as the cake rises significantly. Extra batter can be used for cupcakes.
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a large bundt or tube pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar for 10 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in flour, salt, orange zest, and food coloring (if using).
- Gently fold in the orange soda.
- For a deeper orange color, reserve 1 cup of batter, add extra food coloring and zest, and pour it into the pan first. Then add the remaining batter.
- Bake for 1 to 1 hour 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the glaze, whisk all ingredients until thick but pourable. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
Enjoy this refreshing Orange Creamsicle Cake that’s sure to be the star of your summer table!
