Vibrant Vegan Orange Layer Cake with Citrus Buttercream

Experience the zest and zing of our Vibrant Vegan Orange Layer Cake, a perfect treat for citrus lovers. This cake is wonderfully soft and fluffy, boasting the natural sweetness and aroma of fresh oranges. Sandwiched with a delightful citrus-infused buttercream and layered with orange jam or marmalade, this cake is as delightful to the palate as it is to the eye. Whether for a special occasion or as a cheerful addition to your dessert table, this orange layer cake is sure to bring a burst of sunshine to your day.

Ingredients:

  • For the Cake:
    • 300g self-raising flour
    • 60g vegan vanilla protein powder
    • 100g sugar
    • A pinch of salt
    • 2 tsp baking powder
    • 40ml orange juice
    • 240ml dairy-free milk
    • Zest from one orange
    • 120ml light olive oil (or other neutral oil)
    • 1 tsp orange extract
  • For the Filling:
    • 6 tsp orange jam or marmalade
  • For the Frosting:
    • 250g dairy-free yogurt
    • 60g vegan vanilla protein powder
    • 2 tsp orange extract

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Cake Batter:
    • Preheat the oven to 170°C (338°F). Grease and line two sandwich tins with parchment paper.
    • In a bowl, combine dairy-free milk and orange juice. Set aside to thicken.
    • Add oil, orange extract, sugar, and orange zest to the milk mixture. Mix well.
    • Sift in the self-raising flour, vegan protein powder, salt, and baking powder. Mix until just combined.
  2. Bake the Cake:
    • Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared tins.
    • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cakes are well risen and a skewer inserted comes out clean.
    • Allow the cakes to cool completely.
  3. Prepare the Frosting:
    • In a mixing bowl, combine dairy-free yogurt, vegan vanilla protein powder, and orange extract. Mix until smooth.
  4. Assemble the Cake:
    • On one layer of the cake, spread a layer of orange jam or marmalade.
    • Spread a layer of the citrus buttercream over the jam.
    • Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top of the cake.

Enjoy this Vibrant Vegan Orange Layer Cake as a delightful centerpiece for your next gathering or as a special treat to brighten your day. 🍊🍰🌱

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