Description
A delightful orange cake that is light and fluffy, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of one large orange
- Powdered sugar (optional for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add vegetable oil, orange juice, vanilla extract, and orange zest, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients. Stir gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth out the top. Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar when ready to serve.
Notes
- This cake can be served plain or with a glaze for added sweetness.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 100mg