Orange Dreamsicle Cake
Indulge in the nostalgia of summer with this delightful Orange Dreamsicle Cake. Bursting with zesty citrus flavor and topped with a creamy frosting, each slice is a moist, fluffy treat that will transport you back to sunny days. Perfect for birthdays, picnics, or just because, this cake is sure to bring smiles to any gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup fresh orange juice (about 2 oranges)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line them with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in orange juice, zest, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternately with milk until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks. Frost with orange-flavored icing once completely cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For added texture, fold whipped egg whites into the batter for a lighter cake. Variations include using lemon or lime juice instead of orange for a different citrus twist or adding chocolate chips.