Pig Pickin’ Cake

Pig Pickin’ Cake is a popular Southern dessert that originated in North Carolina. It gets its name from the tradition of serving it at pig pickin’ events, where whole roasted pigs are enjoyed by the community.

This is non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Pig Pickin’ Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Southern Courses: Anytime, Cake, Dessert Recipe Keys: Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 box Yellow cake mix
• 1 can Mandarin oranges
• 4 large Eggs
• ¹⁄₂ cup Vegetable oil
• 1 can Crushed pineapple
• 1 box Instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1 container Whipped topping
• 1 jar Maraschino cherries

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, mandarin oranges (including the juice), eggs, and vegetable oil. Mix until well combined.
3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
4. In a separate mixing bowl, combine the crushed pineapple (including the juice) and instant vanilla pudding mix. Mix until well combined.
5. Once the cake has cooled, spread the pineapple mixture evenly over the top.
6. Top with whipped topping and garnish with maraschino cherries.
7. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
8. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 35g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.