Mandarin Orange Tea Cake

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Delightfully moist and bursting with the bright, citrusy flavor of fresh mandarin oranges, this Mandarin Orange Tea Cake is the ultimate treat for any occasion. Made with a touch of tangy Greek yogurt and fragrant mandarin zest, this cake balances sweetness and zest in every bite. Soft orange segments are folded into the batter, creating a juicy pop of flavor that elevates this simple dessert. Perfect for a cozy afternoon tea or a light post-dinner indulgence, this cake comes together in just over an hour and serves as a beautifully elegant centerpiece. A dusting of powdered sugar adds the perfect finishing touch, making this recipe irresistibly festive and completely Instagram-worthy.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 45 min
• Total Time: 1 hr 5 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (softened)
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 tablespoon Mandarin orange zest
• 1 cup Mandarin oranges (peeled and segmented)
• 0.5 cups Plain Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cups Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the mandarin orange zest and vanilla extract.

5. Gently fold in the flour mixture in three additions, alternating with the Greek yogurt, starting and ending with the flour. Mix just until combined, being careful not to overmix.

6. Fold in the mandarin orange segments, ensuring they're evenly distributed throughout the batter.

7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.

8. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

10. Once the cake is fully cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (119.0g)

Calories		328
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		13.6 g	17%
	Saturated Fat	8.1 g	40%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		79 mg	26%
Sodium		187 mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate		45.3 g	16%
	Dietary Fiber	1.2 g	4%
	Total Sugars	26.6 g
Protein		6.1 g	12%
Vitamin D		0.4 mcg	2%
Calcium		42 mg	3%
Iron		1.2 mg	7%
Potassium		116 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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 978 cal (37.3%%)

Protein: 193 cal (7.4%%)

Carbs: 1451 cal (55.3%%)