Orange Dreamsicle Cake
Indulge in the ultimate nostalgic dessert with this Orange Dreamsicle Cake, a vibrant and zesty creation that captures the essence of your favorite childhood frozen treat. This moist, citrus-infused cake layers the tangy sweetness of fresh orange zest and juice with a rich, velvety cream cheese frosting that’s lightly kissed with orange extract. Perfectly balanced between refreshing and decadent, the cake’s light orange hue can be enhanced with a touch of food coloring for added charm. Ready in just under an hour and serving up to 12, it’s ideal for birthdays, summer gatherings, or simply treating yourself to a slice of sunshine. Serve chilled for the perfect dreamsicle-inspired experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 1.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 pieces Large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Orange zest
- 0.5 cups Orange juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cups Heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoons Orange extract
- 2 drops Orange food coloring (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans and set them aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition.
Stir in the orange zest and vanilla extract until combined.
In a measuring cup, combine the freshly squeezed orange juice and whole milk.
Alternately add the dry ingredients and the orange juice mixture to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in their pans for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
To prepare the frosting, beat the cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
Add the powdered sugar, heavy whipping cream, and orange extract to the cream cheese. Beat until the frosting is fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. If desired, add orange food coloring for a pop of color.
Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake layer. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the frosting to set.
Slice and enjoy your Orange Dreamsicle Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6297 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 291.0 g | 373% | |
| Saturated Fat | 171.6 g | 858% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1517 mg | 506% | |
| Sodium | 3441 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 867.3 g | 315% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 613.0 g | ||
| Protein | 76.4 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.3 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 603 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 1360 mg | 29% | |
*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.
