Description

This bright and citrusy orange poke cake is soft, moist, and bursting with flavor. It’s soaked in a zesty honey-orange glaze that seeps into every bite, making it a perfect spring or summer dessert. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or just craving something sweet and refreshing, this cake will be a hit!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

1 box (15.25 oz) orange cake mix
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon orange zest

For the Honey-Orange Glaze:

1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon orange zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Toppings:

Whipped cream
Orange slices or zest for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Prepare the cake mix in a large bowl. Combine the cake mix, orange juice, oil, eggs, and orange zest. Beat with a hand mixer or whisk for about 2 minutes until smooth.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool for 10 minutes. Then, using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the cake.
Make the glaze: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla. Stir until warmed through, about 2–3 minutes (do not boil).
Pour the glaze evenly over the warm cake, letting it soak into the holes.

Cool completely before slicing. Top with whipped cream and garnish with orange slices or zest, if desired.

Notes

For extra citrus flavor, add a few drops of orange extract to the glaze.
Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Great served chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 290
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 270mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg