Mandarin Sour Cream Cake – Simple & Super Delicious!

Mandarin Sour Cream Cake – Simple & Super Delicious!

Summary

If you’re looking for a moist, tangy, and delightfully simple dessert, this Mandarin Sour Cream Cake is just the treat for you. This cake combines the rich creaminess of sour cream with the zesty brightness of mandarins, creating a soft, fluffy texture with a citrusy punch. Whether you’re serving it as an afternoon snack or a dessert for special occasions, this cake will have everyone asking for seconds!

Prep Time, Cook Time & Servings

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes
• Servings: 10-12 slices
• Calories per serving: ~280 kcal

Course & Cuisine

• Course: Dessert
• Cuisine: International

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mandarin segments (fresh or canned, drained if using canned)
• Zest of 1 mandarin

For the Glaze (Optional):

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh mandarin juice
• 1 teaspoon mandarin zest

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Hand or stand mixer
• 9-inch round cake pan
• Parchment paper
• Whisk
• Cooling rack

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven & Prepare the Pan

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.