Description
This Orange Glazed Cake is a delightful treat that combines the zesty flavor of fresh oranges with a moist cake base. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh oranges
- 1 cup powdered sugar for the glaze
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round or oval cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time.
- Stir in freshly squeezed orange juice and zest until mixed.
- Gently fold in dry ingredients until just combined; pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with orange juice until smooth; drizzle over the cooled cake.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened for easy creaming with the sugar.
- Use fresh oranges for the best flavor in the glaze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg