This delightful Orange Cake combines the zesty freshness of oranges with a creamy and luscious frosting, topped off with a vibrant orange glaze. This cake is not only bursting with the sunny flavors of fresh oranges but also has a moist and tender crumb, thanks to the addition of yogurt and oil in the batter.
Why You'll Love This: The combination of the citrus aroma with the rich cream cheese frosting makes this cake a refreshing treat. It’s perfect for those who appreciate a fruit-flavored dessert that isn't overly sweet. The orange glaze adds a bright, shiny finish that makes this cake as beautiful as it is delicious.
Perfect Occasion: This Orange Cake is perfect for spring and summer gatherings, such as picnics, garden parties, or family brunches. It's also a wonderful choice for celebrations like birthdays and anniversaries where a light and refreshing cake is desired.
Decoration Tips: Garnish the top of the cake with thin orange slices or zest for an extra pop of color and texture. Edible flowers can also add a touch of elegance, making it perfect for special occasions.
Recipe:
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 3 eggs
- 170g sugar
- 200g yogurt
- 170 ml oil
- Zest of one orange
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 1 packet baking powder
- 300g flour
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 170g cream cheese, double cream type
- 200ml cream
- 1 packet cream stiffener
- 30g sugar
- Zest of one orange
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
For the Orange Glaze:
- 300ml orange juice
- 50g sugar
- 25g cornstarch
Instructions:
- Cake Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (347°F). Grease and flour a round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add yogurt, oil, and orange zest, mixing well after each addition.
- Combine flour, vanilla sugar, and baking powder, then gradually fold into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
- Cream Cheese Frosting:
- In a mixing bowl, whip the cream with the cream stiffener and sugar until stiff peaks form.
- In another bowl, mix the cream cheese with orange zest and orange juice until smooth.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled cake evenly.
- Orange Glaze:
- In a saucepan, mix orange juice, sugar, and cornstarch. Heat over medium, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes glossy.
- Allow the glaze to cool slightly, then pour over the frosted cake.
- Final Assembly:
- Let the cake set in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the glaze to set.
Enjoy your Orange Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting and Orange Glaze, a refreshing and visually appealing dessert that’s perfect for any occasion!