Rachel Power
@divarachp
Zesty Margarita Cake
A delightful and refreshing cake infused with the vibrant flavors of margarita, perfect for any celebration or casual gathering.
Details
- Difficulty:hard
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:15
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Recipe Information
- Prep time30 min.
- Cook time45 min.
- Total time75 min.
- Servings12
Ingredients
- as needed
- 1 (18.25 ounce) package
- 1 (3.4 ounce) package
- 4
- 1/3 cup
- 2/3 cup
- 1/4 cup
- 1/4 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- from 1 lime
- 2 1/2 cups
- 1 tablespoon
- 2 tablespoons
- from 2 limes
- from 1 lime
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Zesty Margarita Cake.
Step 1
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grab a 9-cup fluted tube pan and give it a good spray with cooking spray that contains flour. To ensure every groove is coated, use a pastry brush to spread the spray evenly. After that, give it one more light coating and invert the pan to let any excess spray drip out.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the orange cake mix, instant lemon pudding mix, eggs, vegetable oil, margarita mix, lime juice, tequila, and triple sec. Beat everything together until it's well blended and smooth. Then, gently fold in the zest of one lime to add that extra zing! Pour the batter into your prepared tube pan, making sure to fill the grooves properly. Give the pan a gentle tap on the counter to release any air bubbles.
Step 3
Now, it's time to bake! Place the pan in your preheated oven and let it bake for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The aroma will be irresistible!
Step 4
Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 10 minutes. To help it release, give the pan a little shake. Carefully slide a thin spatula between the cake and the pan to loosen it. Then, place a serving plate over the top of the pan and invert it to transfer the cake onto the plate. Allow it to cool completely.
Step 5
While the cake is cooling, prepare a delicious glaze. In a bowl, mix together the confectioners' sugar, 1 tablespoon of tequila, 2 tablespoons of triple sec, the juice of 2 limes, and the zest of 1 lime until smooth. Drizzle this sweet and tangy glaze over the cooled cake, letting it cascade down the sides. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before slicing into this delightful treat.