Best 2 Orange Butter Pound Cake Recipes

Indulge in the delectable Orange Butter Pound Cake, a classic dessert elevated with the vibrant flavors of fresh oranges and rich, creamy butter. This moist and tender cake is a symphony of citrusy sweetness, perfectly complemented by a luscious orange butter glaze that seeps into every bite. With three variations to choose from, you can customize your baking experience to suit your taste preferences:

1. **Classic Orange Butter Pound Cake:** Experience the timeless charm of the original recipe, featuring a moist and flavorful cake infused with fresh orange zest and juice. The velvety orange butter glaze adds an extra layer of citrusy goodness, making each slice a delightful treat.

2. **Orange Butter Pound Cake with Streusel Topping:** Take your taste buds on an adventure with this variation that incorporates a crunchy streusel topping. The combination of sweet and tangy orange cake with the buttery, cinnamon-sugar streusel creates a textural masterpiece that will leave you craving more.

3. **Mini Orange Butter Pound Cakes:** Perfect for individual servings or special occasions, these bite-sized cakes are a delightful treat. Enjoy the same irresistible flavors of the classic recipe, now in a smaller, more convenient size.

No matter which variation you choose, the Orange Butter Pound Cake is sure to impress with its moist texture, vibrant citrus flavor, and luscious glaze. So gather your ingredients and embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you with lasting memories of this delightful dessert.

Let's cook with our recipes!

ORANGE-BUTTER POUND CAKE

Orange-Butter Pound Cake image

Provided by Amy Auburn

Categories Cake Citrus Breakfast Brunch Dessert Bake Picnic Mother's Day Orange Spring Shower Potluck Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups (2 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 3/4 cups sugar
6 large eggs
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325°F. Butter and flour 12-cup Bundt pan. Using electric mixer, beat 1 1/4 cups butter in large bowl until smooth. Gradually add sugar, beating until fluffy. Beat in eggs 1 at a time, then orange juice, orange peel and vanilla. Add flour and salt and beat just until blended. Transfer batter to prepared pan.
Bake cake until golden and tester inserted near center comes out clean, about 1 hour 5 minutes. Cool cake in pan on rack 10 minutes. Invert cake onto rack; cool completely. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap; store at room temperature.)

~ ORANGE BUTTER POUND CAKE BARS & ORANGE GLAZE ~

~ Orange Butter Pound Cake Bars & Orange Glaze ~ image

I got the idea for these wonderful bars from another recipe I had. They turned out wonderful with my additions. I hope you try them sometime, the glaze really makes them pop. Enjoy!

Provided by Cassie *

Categories Fruit Desserts

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 c butter, melted
2 c sugar
4 eggs
1 1/2 tsp salt
2 c flour
1 Tbsp baking powder
2 Tbsp orange zest
1/3 c orange juice
1 tsp orange extract
GLAZE
1 1/2 c confectioners' sugar
1 tsp orange zest
1/2 tsp orange extract
2 1/2 Tbsp orange juice

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degree F. Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with non stick cooking spray that contains flour. ( Bakers joy ) Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt. Melt butter and place into a large mixing bowl, to this add sugar and stir well. Next beat in eggs one at a time and beat well after each addition. Add the flour mixture, beating until well combined. Stir in orange zest, juice and extract. Once well combined, spread into prepared pan and bake for 35 - 40 minutes or until pick inserted comes out clean.
2. Whisk glaze ingredients, until smooth. If needs more juice, add to desired consistency. Once cake is baked, remove from over to cooling rack. Poke tiny holes with fork all over cake. After about 5 minutes, drizzle cake with half of the glaze, so can soak into the cake. Then when cakes cooled another 10 minutes, drizzle with remaining glaze.
3. Yum!

Tips:

Use fresh oranges for the best flavor. The zest and juice from freshly squeezed oranges will give your pound cake a bright, citrusy flavor.
Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a lighter, more tender cake.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
Gently fold in the dry ingredients. Overmixing the batter can result in a tough, dense cake.
Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

This orange butter pound cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The moist, tender crumb and bright citrus flavor make this cake a favorite among both kids and adults. Plus, it's a great way to use up any extra oranges you have on hand. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this orange butter pound cake a try!