In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and the mandarin oranges with their juice.
Mix until smooth ā youāll see small bits of orange, and thatās perfect.
Pour batter into the baking dish.
Bake for 25ā30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let the cake cool completely.
2. Make the Pineapple Cream Topping
In a medium bowl, mix crushed pineapple (with juice) and instant pudding mix.
Let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
Fold in Cool Whip gently until creamy and fluffy.
3. Assemble
Spread the pineapple topping over the cooled cake.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight is even better).
š° Serve & Enjoy
Cut into squares and serve chilled. Every bite is fruity, creamy, and refreshing ā the perfect Southern dessert!
š History ā What Is Pig Pickinā Cake?
Pig Pickinā Cake is a beloved dessert from the American South, especially served at big outdoor BBQ gatherings known as pig pickinsā, where a whole pig is roasted. The cakeās bright citrus flavor makes it refreshing after heavy Southern barbecue.
It started as a simple potluck recipe and became a legendary Southern tradition passed down for generations!
ā¤ļø Why People Love It
Not too sweet
Light and refreshing
Perfect party dessert
Easy enough for beginners
Always a crowd-pleaser
This is the kind of dessert that disappears in minutes ā so make two if you’re feeding a crowd!
ā Conclusion
“The Ultimate Classic Pig Pickinā Cakeā is everything you love about Southern desserts: comforting, effortless, fruity, and irresistibly creamy. If youāre looking for a no-fail recipe that your family will beg for again and again ā this is it.
