Orange Juice Cake
This Orange Juice Cake is a vibrant, moist dessert bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Made from scratch with fresh-squeezed orange juice and zest, it’s a delightful twist on the classic pound cake. Perfect for any occasion, this cake offers a bright, tangy taste that’s sure to please.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 3 cups (390g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon (12g) baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
- Finely grated zest from 1 medium orange (about 1 tablespoon)
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- ½ cup (120ml) grapeseed oil or neutral-flavored oil
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ cup (60g) sour cream
- 1 cup (240ml) fresh-squeezed orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously butter and flour a 10-cup bundt or tube pan, tapping out excess flour.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine orange zest and granulated sugar. Rub together with fingers to release oils. Add melted butter and oil, and beat until well combined.
- With the mixer on medium speed, add eggs one at a time, ensuring each is incorporated before adding the next. Add vanilla extract and sour cream, mixing until combined.
- Add the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with orange juice, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix on low speed until just combined, scraping down the bowl as needed.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, smoothing the top. Bake for 60–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cake in the pan for 15 minutes. Run a knife along the edges, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh-squeezed orange juice and zest.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
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