Description
Sweet citrus dreams come alive in this Orange Juice Cake, blending zesty Florida oranges with moist, tender crumb. Creamy glaze and bright flavor invite home bakers to savor each delightful slice of sunshine-infused comfort.
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
Liquid and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment at 350F (175C), ensuring an even heating space. Coat a 9-inch round cake pan with butter and dust with flour for easy cake release.
- Combine dry ingredients in a medium bowl, whisking flour, baking powder, and salt until perfectly integrated.
- Using an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar until the mixture transforms into a light, airy texture with soft peaks.
- Incorporate eggs individually into the butter mixture, thoroughly blending after each addition to create a smooth, homogeneous base.
- Infuse the batter with citrus essence by adding fresh orange juice, vibrant orange zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until harmoniously combined.
- Gently fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring carefully to maintain the batter’s delicate structure. Stop mixing immediately once ingredients are integrated.
- Transfer the silky batter into the prepared pan, using a spatula to create an even, level surface for consistent baking.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until a toothpick emerges clean when inserted into the cake’s center. Allow the cake to rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then transition to a wire rack for complete cooling.
- Craft a luminous glaze by whisking powdered sugar with fresh orange juice and zest until achieving a glossy, pourable consistency. Elegantly drizzle over the fully cooled cake.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing and smoother batter consistency.
- Zest the orange before juicing to maximize flavor extraction and prevent waste.
- Use fresh, high-quality orange juice for the most vibrant citrus taste in the cake.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend and add xanthan gum for better texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 265 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg