Description
This Sicilian Orange Cake is a delightful citrus-infused dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The light and fluffy cake with a hint of orange zest is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract, orange juice, and orange zest.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternately with the milk, mixing until just combined. Pour the batter into the pan.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool the cake in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
- Dust and Serve: Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- This cake pairs well with whipped cream or orange glaze.
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
