Description
This Whole Orange Cake recipe uses a whole orange to bring out bold, zesty flavor in every bite. Moist, tender, and naturally dairy-free, it’s a vibrant citrus dessert perfect for tea time, brunch, or gifting. A simple and delightful orange cake made with real fruit.
Ingredients
1 large seedless orange
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup neutral oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Wash and dry the orange thoroughly. Cut into quarters and remove any seeds. Blend the whole orange, peel and all, until smooth.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the orange puree, oil, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually stir the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
4. Pour the batter into a greased or parchment-lined 9-inch round cake pan.
5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.
Notes
Use organic oranges if possible, since you’re including the peel.
Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the cake light and tender.
Let the cake cool fully before slicing to prevent crumbling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg