Nut-Free Zesty Orange Cake
Delight your taste buds with this Nut-Free Zesty Orange Cake, a vibrant and citrus-infused treat that's perfect for any occasion! Crafted with freshly squeezed orange juice and aromatic orange zest, this cake boasts a fluffy, moist texture and bursts with tangy flavor in every bite. The topping of a silky orange glaze adds just the right touch of sweetness, making it a crowd-pleasing dessert or a beautiful addition to your afternoon tea spread. With a straightforward preparation process and no nuts in sight, this cake is allergy-friendly while still delivering sophisticated flavor. Ready in under an hour, it's an excellent choice for home bakers seeking a simple yet impressive dish. Perfect as a standalone indulgence or paired with coffee, this orange cake is all about bringing sunshine to your plate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 2.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.75 cups Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Orange zest
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Orange juice (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan, or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium mixing bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add the orange juice, vegetable oil, orange zest, and vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula until the mixture is just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be smooth and slightly thick.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Once baked, 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.
Prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of orange juice in a small bowl until smooth and slightly runny.
Once the cake has cooled completely, drizzle the orange glaze over the top, letting it drip down the sides for a decorative effect.
Slice and serve! This nut-free zesty orange cake pairs wonderfully with tea, coffee, or as a standalone dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3494 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.9 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.1 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 2523 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 575.9 g | 209% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 378.4 g | ||
| Protein | 45.4 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 155 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 938 mg | 20% | |
*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.
