Delicious Summer Orange Cake
Delight in the refreshing taste of summer with this Delicious Summer Orange Cake. Bursting with zesty orange flavors and a moist, fluffy texture, this cake is a perfect centerpiece for any gathering. Its sweet aroma will fill your kitchen, inviting friends and family to indulge in a slice (or two). Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this cake transforms ordinary moments into extraordinary celebrations. Perfect for summer picnics, birthdays, or simply enjoying with tea on the porch, it’s a treat that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup fresh orange juice (about 3 oranges)
- Zest of 2 oranges
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in orange juice, zest, and vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; stir until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving; enjoy with orange glaze or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg