Indulge in the zesty goodness of this delectable Orange Cake, topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion, this moist and flavorful cake will surely delight your taste buds. Let’s get baking!
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 225g softened unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing the cake tins
- 225g self-raising flour
- 200g caster sugar
- 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons full-fat natural yogurt
- 2 tablespoons finely grated unwaxed orange zest
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
For the Frosting:
- 80g icing sugar
- 350g full-fat cream cheese
- 4 tablespoons full-fat yogurt
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Finely grated orange and unwaxed lemon zest, to serve (for that extra citrusy touch!)
Method:
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Preheat your oven to 180°C/ Fan 160°C/Gas 4. Butter 2 x 20cm sandwich cake tins and line the bases with baking parchment.
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In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients for the cake – softened butter, self-raising flour, caster sugar, lightly beaten eggs, baking powder, salt, vanilla extract, natural yogurt, finely grated orange zest, and orange juice. Mix everything together for a couple of minutes until just blended into a smooth batter.
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Divide the delightful batter evenly between the two prepared cake tins.
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Bake the cakes in the preheated oven for about 20–25 minutes or until they turn lightly golden. Once done, leave the cakes to cool in the tins for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
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While the cakes cool, let’s prepare the luscious cream cheese frosting. In a bowl, mix together the icing sugar, full-fat cream cheese, yogurt, orange juice, and lemon juice. Whisk until you get a smooth and creamy frosting. Pop this delightful mixture in the refrigerator to chill and firm up while the cakes continue to cool.
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Once the cakes are completely cooled, it’s time to assemble and frost the cake. Use a palette knife to spread half of the frosting on one cake layer. Then, gently place the other cake on top and ice it with the rest of the frosting. Let your creativity shine as you decorate the cake with a scattering of finely grated orange and lemon zest.
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There you have it, a tantalizingly citrusy Orange Cake with a creamy and dreamy cream cheese frosting! Now, it’s time to slice and savor this mouthwatering delight!
Baking Tips and Notes:
- Ensure your butter is softened for easier mixing.
- For a lighter and fluffier cake, avoid overmixing the batter once all the ingredients are combined.
- Keep an eye on the cakes while baking, as oven temperatures may vary slightly. The cakes should be lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
- The cream cheese frosting pairs perfectly with the citrusy flavors of the cake. The addition of orange and lemon zest on top adds a burst of freshness and color.
- Enjoy the cake with a warm cup of tea or coffee, and share the joy with friends and family!
Get ready to indulge in this tantalizing treat that’s bursting with the vibrant flavors of oranges. Happy baking and savoring!