Got it! 🎂 A Classic Pig Pickin’ Cake (sometimes called Mandarin Orange Cake) is a Southern tradition that’s fruity, light, and irresistibly creamy. It’s a favorite at BBQs, church suppers, potlucks, and summer gatherings — the kind of cake that disappears fast because it’s not overly sweet but packed with bright, refreshing flavors. Here’s a full, detailed recipe with step-by-step instructions and variations.
🍊 Classic Pig Pickin’ Cake Recipe
This retro Southern dessert combines a moist mandarin orange cake base with a whipped pineapple frosting. It’s refreshing, easy to make, and looks beautiful on any table.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Cake:
1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
4 large eggs
½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter for richer flavor)
1 (11 oz) can mandarin oranges, undrained (juice included)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, but adds depth)
For the Frosting:
1 (8 oz) container frozen whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, undrained
1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix (NOT cook & serve)
½ cup sweetened shredded coconut (optional, for texture)
Garnish (optional but pretty):
Extra mandarin orange segments
Toasted coconut flakes
Maraschino cherries
🍴 Instructions
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