Orange Dream Cake Recipe From Scratch
Ingredients
For the cake you will need: 2 and ¾ cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, ¼ teaspoon of salt, 1 cup of butter, 2 and ½ cups of white sugar, 4 eggs, 1 tablespoon of orange zest, 2 teaspoons of orange extract, 1 cup of freshly squeezed orange juice, ⅔ cup of whole-milk yogurt, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. For the frosting you will need: 2 cups of powdered sugar, 1/2 cup of butter, 1 teaspoon of orange extract, 1 teaspoon of orange zest, 2 tablespoons of orange juice, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Instructions
Start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and greasing two 9-inch round cake pans with butter. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Beat in the orange zest, orange extract, orange juice, yogurt, and vanilla extract. Slowly add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Divide the batter evenly between the two cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.
For the frosting, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the orange extract, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract. Spread the frosting between the two cooled cakes. Decorate the top of the cake with orange zest, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition
This recipe yields 8 servings. Each serving contains 854 calories, 45 grams of fat, 88 grams of carbohydrates, 4 grams of fiber, and 8 grams of protein.
Tips and Tricks
To ensure the cake is cooked through and evenly, test the center of the cake with a toothpick. If the toothpick comes out clean, the cake is done. If there is still batter on the toothpick, the cake needs a few more minutes in the oven. Be careful not to overbake the cake or it will be dry.
For the frosting, make sure the butter is at room temperature before creaming it with the powdered sugar. This will ensure that the frosting is light and fluffy and will spread easily over the cake.
To get the most flavor out of the cake, use freshly squeezed orange juice. Store-bought orange juice won’t give the same flavor as freshly squeezed.
This cake is best served the day it is made, but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion
This Orange Dream Cake is a delicious and flavorful treat that is sure to please. With its light and fluffy cake layers and creamy orange frosting, this cake is perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion. It's easy to make and sure to be a hit!
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