Fresh Orange Cake
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly moist, this Fresh Orange Cake is the ultimate dessert for citrus lovers! Infused with the natural flavor of freshly squeezed orange juice and fragrant orange zest, this homemade cake is a refreshing twist on classic treats. The tender crumb is perfectly balanced with a tangy-sweet orange glaze that seeps into every bite, making it both decadent and light. Ready in just an hour with simple pantry staples, this crowd-pleasing cake is ideal for everything from casual afternoon snacking to elegant dinner party desserts. Enjoy the vibrant taste of sunshine in every forkful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter
- 3 units Large eggs
- 0.75 cups Fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Orange zest
- 0.5 cups Milk
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons Fresh orange juice (for glaze)
- 0.5 teaspoons Orange zest (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or square cake pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the fresh orange juice, orange zest, and milk. Stir until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter light.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, fresh orange juice, and orange zest in a small bowl until smooth.
Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.
Let the glaze set for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
426 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.7 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 232 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 108 mg | 2% | |
*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.
