Embrace the warmth and comfort of baking on a chilly winter afternoon with our Exquisite Vanilla, Apple, and Orange Cake. This delightful cake combines the classic flavors of sweet apple, rich vanilla, and zesty orange to create a harmonious blend that's both refreshing and comforting. Simple ingredients come together to craft a cake that's perfect for any winter day.
Why You'll Love This:
This cake is a testament to the magic that happens when simple ingredients are brought together with love. The moist texture, infused with the essence of vanilla, the sweetness of apple, and the tang of orange, creates a sensory experience that's hard to resist. It's a cake that promises to warm your heart and soul during the coldest days.
Perfect Occasion:
Ideal for a cozy family gathering, an afternoon tea with friends, or simply as a delightful end to your day. It's also a wonderful way to welcome guests into your home, offering them a slice of warmth and homemade goodness.
Decoration Tips:
Finish this beautiful cake with a dusting of powdered sugar for a snow-like effect that's perfectly in tune with the winter theme. For an extra touch of elegance, garnish with thin apple slices or orange zest curls before serving.
Ingredients:
- 5.3 oz sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla paste
- 2.8 oz sunflower oil
- 1.7 oz orange juice and zest of one orange
- 1.7 oz milk
- 7.9 oz flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- A pinch of salt
- 1 apple, peeled and chopped into small pieces
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 356°F with both top and bottom heat.
- In a bowl, thoroughly whisk together eggs, sugar, and vanilla paste.
- Gradually incorporate the oil in a steady stream.
- Stir in the orange juice and zest, followed by the milk. Sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt over this mixture, mixing to combine. Gently fold in the chopped apple.
- Transfer the batter to a small loaf pan (approximately 7.9"x4.3").
- Bake until done, about 45 minutes. Remove from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then unmold onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Enjoy this exquisite blend of vanilla, apple, and orange in a cake that promises to brighten even the grayest winter day. Happy Monday!