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Orange Creamsicle Cake

A delightful cake with refreshing orange flavor and creamy frosting, perfect for celebrations or a sweet indulgence.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Baked Goods, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
  • 1 cup orange juice Use fresh juice for a better flavor.
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream Chill the mixing bowl and beaters for better results.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • as needed Fresh orange slices for topping Optional decoration.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add softened butter, orange juice, eggs, orange zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and smooth.
Baking
  1. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Let cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. To make the frosting, beat heavy cream and powdered sugar in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form.
  2. Gently fold in vanilla extract.
Assembly
  1. Once the cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving plate, spread a layer of frosting on top, then place the second layer on top.
  2. Frost the top and sides of the cake.
  3. Decorate with fresh orange slices on top.
  4. Chill for about 30 minutes to set the frosting before serving.

Notes

Make sure the butter is softened. For a more intense orange flavor, use fresh orange juice and zest. Chill your mixing bowl and beaters before whipping the cream.