One change; I put the pineapples in the blender first. It makes for a smoother, creamier icing. I was worried because it said to use the liquid from the can of mandarin oranges.I cooked this and it was gone in 2 days with only four people eating it. I've made it four more times since then and received requests for three birthdays and two parties a copy of the recipe from an aunt out of town. People who didn't even like cake or whipped cream even asked for more.

Absolutely excellent and a family favorite. Great summertime recipe and if chilled just amazin.

Very good. I served this separately since I was bringing it to a potluck. I made the cake into cupcake sizes and put the "frosting" next to it. Everyone liked the topping so much they went back to seconds of it. So I only came home with cupcakes. :)

Nice recipe, went over okay-ish. Though I made it for a birthday and perhaps, like the reviews said - its more for wedding or baby showers. I dont know. But everyone loved it, though the mandarin oranges didnt seem to stand out in the cake as much as I wanted. Might try pineapple all around next time. Topping was a HUGE hit! Everyone wanted to know what it was, and I plan to make it when I need a quick dessert, possibly mix in some sliced apples. Will make a again, for family get togethers in the summer- seems like the perfect time.

Really, really good. Made this recipe for Easter, except made into 24 cupcakes. For the frosting I used 8oz cool whip, and 8 oz cream cheese. For cupcakes this was too much frosting but was really tasty. Also added coconut with green food coloring for a fun spring look. This was exactly what I was looking for, thanks for sharing!

This is a wonderful cake. I have made this cake a few times. I always add a capfull of vanilla to the cake and the frosting. I think it makes it taste more homemade instead of coming from a box.

I LOVED THIS CAKE!!! I USED THE EXTRA ICING FOR A FRUIT DIP WITH ALL KINDS OF FRUIT!

I have made this cake several times. I make it as a layer cake and will put pineapple preserves between the layers and on the top under the topping. I have experimented w/ different flavors of cakes as well. In place of the oil I use applesauce.

Being a dedicated "from scratch" baker, I tried this based on a friend's recommendation that it did not taste like a cake mix cake. I'm sorry to say that the artificial flavor of the cake mix was about all we could taste! Artificial everything with some pineapple and oranges thrown in to try and give it some flavor. Sorry to be so negative, but I won't make this again.

Very tasty and diferent.this a keeper

This cake is so light and so delicious. It was a big hit. It's very easy to make too. I highly recommend this recipe.

Wow, what a refreshing cake for a hot summer afternoon. This cake is perfect when you are just plain tired of the same old thing. I followed someone elses suggestion and added 1 unsweetened pack of orange Kool-Aid to the mix and it was great!

I took the cake to work for my supervisor's birthday. It was sooo yummy. She loved it as well as everyone else how tried it! I used half the cool whip and that was plenty. I would also add more mandarin oranges to the batter next time since you can't really taste it too much... it's still good, though.. and deserves 5 stars for taste and because it is super easy to make. It is a good idea to make the frosting and leaving it in the fridge to "set". I will definitely make this again!

This was really great. Only used half the topping (personal preference). Will be making this again.

I am NOT a fruity-cake type fan, but this is positively the BEST cake I have ever had. I have made it numerous times and it has received raves every time. I do add unsweetened orange kool-aid to the cake mix & to the frosting to give it an orange-y kick. It makes it quite beautiful, and picks up the orange flavor a bit more. Quite elegant!!

Super yummy and easy! I've made this a few times and a co-worker even asked me to bring it for their birthday celebration.