Description
A delightful Orange Creamsicle Cake that combines the refreshing taste of oranges with creamy vanilla frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (240 g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 ½ cups (300 g)
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (10 g)
- Salt: ½ teaspoon (2 g)
- Eggs: 3 large
- Milk: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Orange zest: 2 tablespoons
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5 ml)
- Butter: ½ cup (115 g), softened
- Heavy cream: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Powdered sugar: 2 cups (240 g)
- Orange juice: ½ cup (120 ml)
Instructions
- Prepare the cake batter by whisking together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add eggs one at a time, followed by orange zest and vanilla.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, until just combined.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and divide the batter between two prepared 9-inch round cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form, then add powdered sugar and orange juice until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the cake by placing one layer on a serving plate, spreading cream filling on top, and adding the second layer.
- Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining cream filling.
- Garnish with orange zest, slices, or mint leaves before serving.
Notes
- Overmixing the batter can lead to a dense cake.
- Measure ingredients accurately for best results.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Use room temperature eggs and butter for a smooth batter.
- Check for doneness with a toothpick.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Orange Creamsicle Cake, dessert, baking, nostalgic flavors