Pig Lickin’ Cake – Light, Fruity, and Irresistibly Sweet
Despite its funny name, Pig Lickin’ Cake is a beloved Southern favorite that’s light, refreshing, and bursting with flavor. This simple dessert starts with a classic yellow cake mix brightened by mandarin oranges and is topped with a cool, creamy pineapple frosting. The result is a sweet, tropical-tasting cake that’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or any time you need a make-ahead dessert that disappears fast!
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 (15 oz) can mandarin oranges, drained — reserve the juice
- 1 cup mandarin orange juice (add water if needed to make 1 cup)
- ⅓ cup oil
- 3 eggs
For the Frosting
- 1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip or other whipped topping
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
