Description
This orange juice cake is a soft, moist, everyday cake that celebrates real citrus flavor without feeling heavy or overly sweet. Made with fresh orange juice and zest, it has a tender crumb and a bright aroma that fills the kitchen as it bakes. It’s the kind of cake you can serve plain with coffee, dress up with a light glaze for guests, or enjoy as a quiet afternoon treat. Simple ingredients, minimal effort, and dependable results make this recipe one you’ll reach for again and again when you want something comforting, homemade, and full of warmth.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Fresh orange juice
- Orange zest
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Neutral oil
- Baking powder
- Salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the baking pan.
- Whisk eggs and sugar until pale and smooth.
- Add oil, followed by orange juice and zest.
- Gently fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter into pan and bake until golden and set.
- Cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Using fresh orange juice and zest makes a noticeable difference in flavor. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake soft. Let the cake rest before slicing for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg