A P Spanish Cake

Delight your taste buds with the irresistible allure of A P Spanish Cake, a divinely moist and fragrant dessert inspired by traditional Spanish flavors. This one-bowl wonder combines the zesty brightness of fresh orange juice and orange zest with the warm, aromatic kick of ground cinnamon for a perfectly balanced treat. With a tender crumb and golden hue, this cake pairs beautifully with your morning coffee or serves as a satisfying after-dinner indulgence. Ready in under an hour thanks to simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, vegetable oil, and eggs, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for both novice and seasoned bakers. Finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar, this versatile cake can be enjoyed as-is or dressed up for special occasions. Perfect for lovers of citrus desserts, this Spanish-inspired masterpiece will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.75 cups vegetable oil
• 0.75 cups orange juice
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9-inch round cake pan or springform pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix the vegetable oil, orange juice, and orange zest. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 7

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

Once cooled, optionally dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.

Step 9

Slice the cake and enjoy your A P Spanish Cake with a cup of coffee or tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1088.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3741.4

Total Fat 174.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 100.9g
Cholesterol 558mg	0%
Sodium 2924.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 524.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 331.6g
Protein 45.4g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 143.5mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 837.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.8%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 54.5%