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Orange Cake

Orange Cake

This easy Orange Cake features a strong citrus flavor from orange zest, juice, and a delicious glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, Mediterranean
Servings 10 slices
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Loaf pan

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
  • 2 tablespoons orange zest (from 3 oranges)
  • ¾ cup Greek yogurt (170g)
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil (120mL)
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup orange juice (120mL)
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (210g)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

For the Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar (125g)
  • 1 ½ tablespoons orange juice
  • Candied Orange Peel (optional)

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Brush a standard loaf pan with olive oil or spray it with baking spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar and orange zest. Rub the zest into the sugar until it is a light orange color. Add Greek yogurt, olive oil, eggs, and orange juice, whisk to combine.
  • Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir gently just until combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then tip it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • While cooling, make the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar and orange juice until smooth. Adjust with more juice if needed.
  • Pour the glaze over the top of the cake and let it set before slicing and serving. Garnish with Candied Orange Peel if desired.

Notes

The use of olive oil and Greek yogurt ensures a moist and tender cake that lasts for several days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg
Keyword citrus dessert, Easy Recipe, greek yogurt, loaf cake, moist cake, Orange Cake
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