Gooey Mandarin Cake

Indulge in the irresistible charm of a Gooey Mandarin Cake, a dessert masterpiece that combines vibrant citrus flavors with a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Made with juicy canned mandarin oranges folded gently into a rich batter of eggs, butter, and vanilla, this cake achieves the perfect balance of sweetness and zest. Its golden exterior hides a moist and gooey interior, while a light dusting of powdered sugar adds a delicate finishing touch. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients like all-purpose flour and pantry staples, this easy mandarin orange cake is both beginner-friendly and impressive enough for special occasions. Perfect served on its own, or paired with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, this dazzling mandarin dessert is a must-try for any citrus lover!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 425 grams Canned mandarin oranges (drained)
• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 125 grams Butter (melted and cooled slightly)
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease or line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar together until pale and slightly thickened.

Step 4

Add the melted butter and vanilla extract to the egg mixture and whisk until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Gently fold in the drained mandarin oranges, keeping some of the pieces intact for a gooey texture.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not completely clean).

Step 9

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.

Step 11

Slice and serve your Gooey Mandarin Cake with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1077.6 grams (1077.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2716

Total Fat 119.20g	153%
Saturated Fat 70.20g	351%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 835mg	278%
Sodium 1519mg	66%
Total Carbohydrate 377.10g	137%
Dietary Fiber 9.10g	33%
Total Sugars 212.00g
Protein 42.20g	84%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 199mg	15%
Iron 13mg	69%
Potassium 822mg	17%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.0%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 54.9%