Description
This Luscious Orange Velvet Cake is a zesty twist on a classic, featuring a soft, moist cake with vibrant orange flavor and a creamy, citrus-infused frosting that will brighten any dessert table!
Ingredients
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- For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Orange Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1-2 tablespoons milk (as needed)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
- Mix the Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, orange juice, and zest.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly between the two pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the Frosting: In a bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, orange juice, and zest. Add milk as needed to reach a smooth, spreadable consistency.
- Frost the Cake: Once the cake is fully cooled, spread the frosting evenly between the layers and over the top. Garnish with extra orange zest if desired.
Notes
- For a stronger orange flavor, increase the amount of orange zest in both the cake and frosting.
- You can add a few drops of orange food coloring for a vibrant look.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 5g