Fanta cake with mandarins and paradise cream

Recipes | 01.02.2026

Ah, the Fanta Cake (or Fantakuchen). It’s a nostalgic German classic that hits that perfect sweet spot between a fluffy sponge and a creamy, fruity topping. It’s colorful, crowd-pleasing, and surprisingly easy to pull off.

Here is how you can make this “Paradise” version at home.

🍰 The Ultimate Mandarin Fanta Cake

1. The Fluffy Sponge Base

  • 4 Large eggs
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 packet Vanilla sugar (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup Fanta (or any orange soda)
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 3 tsp Baking powder

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla until light and frothy.
  3. Slowly stir in the oil and Fanta.
  4. Fold in the flour and baking powder until just combined.
  5. Spread onto a greased baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes. Let it cool completely.

2. The “Paradise” Topping

This is where the magic happens. The “Paradise Cream” refers to a specific type of instant mousse/pudding that makes the topping airy.

  • 2 cans (approx. 300g each) Mandarin oranges, drained
  • 2 cups Heavy whipping cream
  • 2 packets Whip It (Sahnesteif) or a stabilizer
  • 1 packet Vanilla Paradise Cream (instant mousse powder)
  • Optional: 1 cup Sour cream or Greek yogurt (to cut the sweetness)
  • Garnish: Cinnamon sugar

Instructions:

  1. Prep the Fruit: Pat the mandarins dry and spread them evenly over the cooled cake base.
  2. The Cream: In a large bowl, begin whipping the heavy cream.
  3. The Mix: As it thickens, slowly pour in the Paradise Cream powder (and sour cream, if using). Whip until stiff peaks form.
  4. Finish: Spread the cream mixture over the mandarins. Smooth it out and sprinkle with a light dusting of cinnamon sugar.

💡 Pro-Tips for Success

  • The Fizz Factor: Don’t overmix the batter once the Fanta is in! The carbonation is what makes the sponge extra airy.
  • Chill Time: This cake tastes even better after 2 hours in the fridge. It allows the cream to set and the flavors to meld.
  • The “Cheat” Code: If you can’t find “Paradise Cream” brand powder, any Instant Vanilla Pudding mix works as a great substitute.

Would you like me to help you adjust these measurements for a smaller round springform pan instead of a full baking sheet?

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