Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Orange Cream Cake, a moist and zesty dessert that perfectly balances the bright taste of oranges with a rich vanilla cake. This cake is adorned with an irresistible orange cream cheese frosting, making it a showstopper for any celebration—be it birthdays, family gatherings, or just a sweet treat at home. With its vibrant color and refreshing taste, this cake will surely impress everyone at your table. Plus, it’s easy to make, ensuring even novice bakers can create an impressive dessert that captures the essence of sunshine in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
- 1 and ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup orange marmalade
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Zest and juice of 2 large navel oranges
- ¾ cup milk (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature) for frosting
- 8 ounces full fat block cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- Zest of ½ a large navel orange OR 1 tablespoon orange marmalade for frosting
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add orange marmalade, eggs, vanilla extract, and zest and juice of navel oranges; mix until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add in the dry mixture while alternating with milk until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for about 26 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow cooling in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For frosting: In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter and cream cheese. Beat until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, zest of navel orange or additional marmalade, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, frost the top and sides of the cake as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 26 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg