Vibrant Orange Bundt Cake with Blood Orange Glaze

Experience a refreshing burst of citrus with every bite of this moist, light, and flavorful orange Bundt cake, adorned with a luscious blood orange glaze.

Ingredients for the Orange Bundt Cake:

• 240ml (1cup) Milk (vegan unsweetened milk or your choice)
• 2tsp White Vinegar
• 120g (1/2cup) Fresh Orange Juice (from 2-3 oranges)
• 1tsp Vanilla Extract
• 2tbsp Orange Zest (from 2 oranges)
• 300g (1cup +1/2cup) Granulated Sugar
• 170g (3/4cup) Melted & Warm Butter (vegan butter or regular)
• 330g (2+2/3cup) All-Purpose Flour
• 30g (2tbsp) Corn Starch
• 1+1/2tsp Baking Powder
• 1/2tsp Baking Soda
• 1/4tsp Salt

Method:

1. Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 9-inch Bundt pan with soft butter, followed by a light spray of oil.
2. Infuse the Sugar: In a bowl, combine the granulated sugar with the orange zest. Use your fingers to rub them together, allowing the zest to infuse its flavor into the sugar.
3. Mix Liquids: In a separate bowl, mix together the milk, vinegar, and orange juice.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift and combine the flour, corn starch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add the zest-infused sugar and blend well.
5. Batter Time: Pour in the liquid ingredients, mixing gently. Incorporate the melted butter, ensuring a smooth batter. Transfer the batter into the Bundt pan, spreading it evenly.
6. Bake: Pop the pan into the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cake is firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
7. Cool: Once baked, allow the cake to cool in the pan. Once cooled, gently turn it over onto a serving plate, giving a light tap to release.

Ingredients for the Orange Glaze:

• 30ml (2tbsp) Orange Juice (preferably from a blood orange)
• 120g (1cup) Powdered Sugar
• 14g (1tbsp) Melted Butter

Method:

1. In a bowl, mix together the powdered sugar and orange juice until you have a smooth glaze. Drizzle in the melted butter and whisk until combined.

Finishing Touches: Generously drizzle the orange glaze all over the cooled Bundt cake. The vibrant color from the blood orange will give it a beautiful tint. Serve and enjoy the citrus symphony! The cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. 🍊🍊🍊