Sure, here’s a simple and delicious orange cake recipe for you:
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120ml) freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
- 1 tablespoon orange zest (from about 1-2 oranges)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch (20cm) round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the sugar and oil. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the orange juice, milk, orange zest, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest until smooth.
- Adjust the consistency by adding more orange juice if needed.
- Glaze the Cake:
- Once the cake is completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.
- Serve:
- Let the glaze set for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your homemade orange cake!
Feel free to add any additional toppings or decorations, such as candied orange slices or a sprinkle of powdered sugar. Enjoy!