Description

This Orange Cake is a delightful treat bursting with citrus flavor. Made with fresh oranges, it’s easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, whether as a comforting dessert or a sweet addition to a casual gathering.

Ingredients

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1 ¾ cups multipurpose gluten free flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup unsalted butter or vegan baking stick, room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
4 rounded tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 6 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 tablespoons orange juice (about 1.5 oranges)
3 tablespoons orange zest (about 5 medium oranges)
½ cup plus 1 tablespoon milk
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar (for dusting)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch cake pan with vegetable oil and line the bottom with parchment paper, greasing the parchment as well.
Wash and zest all 5 oranges.
Juice 1.5 oranges, ensuring to remove any seeds.
In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt.
Mix the cornstarch with water in a small bowl until it becomes thin and watery.
In a large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar until soft and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Slowly incorporate the cornstarch mixture, vanilla, orange juice, and zest into the creamed mixture until combined.
With the mixer on low, alternate adding the flour mixture and milk, starting and ending with the flour. Scrape the bowl to avoid overmixing.
Pour the thick batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40 minutes at 350°F until golden and a skewer comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Dust with confectioners’ sugar before serving, or top with fresh fruit or whipped cream if desired.

Notes

Ensure the cake is completely cool before dusting with sugar to prevent melting.
For additional flavor, consider adding a glaze made from orange juice and powdered sugar on top.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 170
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg