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Orange Creamsicle Cake

Delightful Orange Creamsicle Cake That Takes You Back

This Orange Creamsicle Cake is a nostalgic treat that blends zesty citrus and creamy vanilla flavors, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar consider using coconut sugar for lower glycemic option
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder ensure freshness for optimal results
  • 1 teaspoon Salt use kosher salt for cleaner taste
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter substitute with vegetable oil for dairy-free
  • 3 large Eggs or use 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce per egg for egg-free
  • 1 cup Fresh Orange Juice fresh is recommended for best taste
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Zest can substitute with lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract use pure vanilla for bolder flavor
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk substitute with sour cream or dairy-free milk mixed with vinegar
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese alternatively, use butter mixed with orange zest

Equipment

  • 9-inch Round Cake Pans
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • hand mixer
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a mixing bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar using a mixer until light and fluffy. Gradually add eggs, mixing well.
  4. Combine dry ingredients with wet mixture in three batches, alternately adding buttermilk and orange juice with zest.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Prepare frosting by mixing cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Frost cooled cakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cake can be made a day in advance to enhance flavors and is versatile for different dietary needs.

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