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Orange Creamsicle Cake

Deliciously Moist Orange Creamsicle Cake for Your Summer Bliss

A delightful Orange Creamsicle Cake that captures the essence of summer, combining fresh oranges with creamy vanilla frosting.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar brown sugar can be used for richer flavor
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder ensure freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt kosher salt recommended
  • 2 large eggs or 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce for egg-free
  • 1 cup buttermilk sour cream can be substituted
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice fresh is best
  • 2 tablespoons zest of fresh oranges use microplane for best results
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter can be replaced with vegan butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure vanilla for best flavor
For the Frosting
  • 4 cups powdered sugar can blend granulated sugar into powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter swap for vegan butter for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons orange zest be generous

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  3. In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add eggs or applesauce, mix well, then add buttermilk, orange juice, and orange zest.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cakes cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then remove from pans to cool completely.
  8. Beat together butter and powdered sugar until creamy, then mix in orange zest and vanilla.
  9. Assemble the cake by adding frosting between layers and on top and sides of the cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh orange juice and zest for the best flavor. Avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture.

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