Description
This moist and flavorful Orange Cake combines the zesty brightness of fresh orange juice and zest with a tender crumb, perfect for any occasion. Baked to golden perfection, it offers a delightful citrus twist on a classic dessert that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round baking pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt; set this dry mix aside for later.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which usually takes a few minutes using a mixer.
- Add Eggs: Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the creamed butter and sugar, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
- Add Orange Juice and Zest: Mix in the fresh orange juice and the zest of one orange, blending until the batter is smooth and fragrant.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, gently folding them in without overmixing to keep the batter light and airy.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is fully baked.
Notes
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature to help the batter blend smoothly.
- Don’t overmix the batter once you add the dry ingredients to avoid a dense cake.
- Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean or with a few dry crumbs, the cake is ready.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- You can dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar or glaze with an orange icing for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
