Orange Cake
This bright and fluffy Orange Cake is packed with citrus flavor from fresh orange juice and zest, then finished with a glossy orange glaze that adds moisture and sweetness. It’s the perfect anytime cake that feels both comforting and refreshing.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest from 2 large oranges
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter, oil, and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
- Stir in vanilla, orange zest, and orange juice.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with milk, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Whisk together powdered sugar and orange juice to make the glaze, then drizzle over cooled cake.
Notes
- Use fresh orange juice and zest for the brightest flavor.
- Pour glaze while cake is slightly warm to help it soak in.
- Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Find it online: https://dishmio.com/orange-cake/