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Orange Layer Cake

Orange Layer Cake

This Orange Layer Cake is a delightful celebration of flavors, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Sweets
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups Cake flour Provides a light and tender crumb for your cake.
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder Ensures the cake rises beautifully.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh orange juice Adds bright, citrusy flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk Keeps the cake moist.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Guarantees rich flavors.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Sweetens the cake.
  • 1 tbsp Fine orange zest Infuses concentrated orange aroma.
  • 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract Enhances sweetness.
  • 3 large Eggs Provides moisture and structure.
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Creates a creamy base for frosting.
  • 3 large Egg whites Lend lightness and volume.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Adds natural sweetness.
  • 2 cups Granulated sugar Sweetens the frosting.
  • 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract Adds warm, aromatic note.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Cake pans
  • whisk
  • Mixer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pans by greasing them.
  2. Combine cake flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl. Whisk together until evenly blended.
  3. Mix together orange juice, buttermilk, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, orange zest, vanilla extract, and eggs in another bowl.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until smooth.
  5. Pour the batter into your prepared pans and bake for 25 minutes.
  6. For the Frosting: Beat unsalted butter in a mixing bowl until creamy and smooth.
  7. Gradually add egg whites, mixing until light and fluffy.
  8. Slowly mix in honey and granulated sugar, ensuring it's well combined.
  9. Stir in vanilla extract.
  10. Frost the cooled cake layers generously.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Top with additional orange zest for an extra pop of color and flavor.

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