Orange Angel Food Cake Recipe

Orange Angel Food Cake Recipe

 

 Ingredients

1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges
3/4 to 1 cup orange juice
1 package (16 ounces) angel food cake mix
3/4 teaspoon orange extract
3 drops yellow food coloring, optional
3 drops red food coloring, optional
5 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
Blueberries, sliced peaches, strawberries and kiwifruit

Directions

1-Drain oranges, reserving juice in a 2-cup measuring cup; add enough orange juice to measure 1-3/4 cups. Set aside. Finely chop oranges; drain well and set aside.

2-Prepare cake batter according to package directions; add the orange extract and food coloring if desired with the water. Fold in the chopped oranges. Pour into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Bake according to package directions.

3-In a small saucepan, combine the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Gradually add the reserved orange juice mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Cool to room temperature. Slice cake; serve with fruit and orange sauce. Yield: 12-16 servings.


TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. Bake: 20 min. MAKES: 12-16 servings