Whip up a zesty delight with this Quick-to-Bake Fanta Cake, a unique and refreshing dessert that infuses the classic airy sponge with the vibrant taste of Fanta. This cake combines the effervescence of orange soda with a tender crumb, offering a fun twist on traditional flavors. The optional addition of grated orange zest amplifies the citrus notes, making each bite burst with flavor. Topped with a sweet glaze and decorated with whipped cream and mandarins, this cake is as visually appealing as it is delicious.
Why You’ll Love This:
This Fanta Cake is perfect for those who love to experiment with flavors and appreciate a dessert that’s both easy to make and a crowd-pleaser. The orange soda not only adds a unique taste but also creates a wonderfully light and fluffy texture. It’s a versatile cake that can be customized with your favorite toppings, making it a fun recipe to adapt and enjoy.
Perfect Occasion:
Ideal for birthday parties, picnics, family gatherings, or any casual celebration. Its bright flavor and fun presentation make it a hit among guests of all ages. It’s also a great pick-me-up treat for afternoon tea or coffee time.
Decoration Tips:
Whip the cream with stabilizer until stiff peaks form and spread it over the cooled cake. Arrange canned mandarin oranges on top for a cheerful and fruity decoration. For a glossy finish, the lemon-infused icing adds a sweet and tangy contrast to the soft sponge and creamy topping.
Ingredients:
- 4 eggs
- 160g sugar
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 1 packet baking powder
- 150ml oil
- 150ml Fanta
- 310g flour
- Optional: 1 packet grated orange zest
For the Decoration:
- 200ml cream + 1 packet cream stabilizer
- Canned mandarins
Icing:
- 300g powdered sugar
- 50ml water
- Grated zest of one lemon
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and grease a rectangular baking pan (36×24 cm).
- Whisk eggs, sugar, vanilla sugar, and optional orange zest for about 5 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the oil and Fanta, blending just until combined.
- Sift in the flour and baking powder, stirring just enough to incorporate. Keep the batter airy.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes. Check with a skewer at 20 minutes to ensure it’s cooked through.
- Let the cake cool completely before adding the icing.
- For the icing, combine powdered sugar, water, and lemon zest. Spread evenly over the cake.
- Whip the cream with the stabilizer and spread over the icing. Decorate with mandarin slices.
Enjoy this Quick-to-Bake Fanta Cake, a delightful treat that brings a splash of citrus and sweetness to any occasion, sure to brighten your day and tantalize your taste buds.
