Description

Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting is a delightful dessert that bursts with citrus flavor, making it an ideal centerpiece for any celebration. This soft, moist cake combines the rich creaminess of cream cheese frosting with the bright zest of orange, creating a harmonious balance that will impress your guests. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this cake adds a touch of elegance and flavor to your table. With its vibrant color and easy preparation, even novice bakers can create this show-stopping treat with confidence.

Ingredients

Scale

8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
1½ sticks unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
3 cups cake flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup milk
½ cup concentrated orange juice, thawed
¼ cup vegetable oil
Zest from one orange (optional)
Orange extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
In another bowl, whisk milk, orange juice, vegetable oil, orange extract, and optional zest.
In a large bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar until fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture.
Alternate adding dry ingredients and wet mixture to the creamed base until just combined.
Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 28-30 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
Cool cakes in pans for 5–10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 360
Sugar: 35g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 41g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: For enhanced flavor, use fresh orange juice instead of concentrated juice. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing results. Adjust sweetness in frosting by adding powdered sugar according to taste.