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Vibrant orange cake recipe with fresh oranges on rustic serving ware, perfect for exploring delicious orange recipes.

Easy Orange Cake

A vibrant, moist orange cake made with fresh orange juice and zest. This easy Bundt cake bursts with citrus flavor and makes a perfect dessert for any occasion.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ⅞ cups all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup canola or vegetable oil
  • 1 ¼ cups freshly squeezed orange juice
  • orange zest from 3-4 oranges
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Bundt pan or loaf pans
  • Electric mixer (stand or handheld)
  • Mixing bowls (large and medium)
  • Rubber spatula
  • Whisk
  • Zester or fine grater
  • Wire cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F / 180°C. Grease a 12-cup Bundt pan or two loaf pans (9×5 inch or 8.5×4.5 inch).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together sifted flour and baking powder. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar with a mixer on high speed for 5 minutes until pale and fluffy.
  4. With mixer on low, gradually add oil. Then add orange juice, zest, and vanilla. Mix just until combined.
  5. Gently fold in dry ingredients using low speed or a spatula. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour batter into the pan(s). Bake for 50-60 mins (Bundt) or 40-50 mins (loaf) until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cake cool in the pan for 10-15 mins, then invert onto a wire rack and cool completely before slicing.

Notes

For best flavor, always use fresh orange juice and zest. You can substitute cake flour for a lighter crumb or add a pinch of cardamom for a spiced twist. To prevent dryness, avoid overmixing and monitor bake time carefully.