Description
Zesty Persian Orange Cake is a delightful and refreshing dessert that captures the essence of citrus in every bite. Bursting with fresh orange zest and juice, this cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a festive celebration or a cozy family dinner. Its moist texture and aromatic flavor profile make it an irresistible treat that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, this cake is suitable for bakers of all skill levels. With the option to make it gluten-free, everyone can enjoy a slice of this zesty delight.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- Zest and juice from 2 fresh oranges
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- Optional: 1 tablespoon orange blossom water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, vanilla extract, orange zest, and mix thoroughly.
- Combine wet ingredients: add orange juice and milk to the butter mixture; mix well.
- Gradually blend dry ingredients into the wet mixture without overmixing.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling before frosting with powdered sugar mixed with fresh orange juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Persian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 322
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating nuts or dried fruits into the batter. For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond milk.