AUNT VERNA'S ORANGE CAKE

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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     dessert

Time 35m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup orange blossom honey
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon orange zest
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch baking soda
Butter, for greasing

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together honey and eggs until thoroughly integrated. Stir in orange zest. Sift together flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Add slowly to egg mixture. Lightly grease a loaf pan with butter. Add the mixture to the pan and bake. After 30 minutes check for doneness with a wooden skewer. (If it comes out clean, you are done. If not, give it another 5 minutes and check it again).

Hg Gh
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and doesn't require any fancy ingredients. The cake always turns out moist and fluffy, and the orange flavor is delicious.


Frank Lattimore
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover oranges. I usually have a few oranges sitting around in my fruit bowl, and this is the perfect way to use them up before they go bad.


Natnael Debebe
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, potlucks, and even just as a weekend treat. It's always a hit, and everyone loves the orange flavor.


bronex chiri
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I'm not a fan of orange-flavored desserts, but this cake changed my mind. The orange flavor is subtle and not overpowering, and the cake itself is moist and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ashir Anjum
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This is my go-to recipe for orange cake. It's always a hit with my family and friends. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the orange glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Kapil Shrestha
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and doesn't require any fancy ingredients. The cake always turns out moist and fluffy, and the orange flavor is delicious.


Ahtsham Jani
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This cake is the perfect combination of sweet and tart. The orange flavor is prominent but not overpowering, and the cake itself is moist and fluffy. I love that it's not too dense, and it's a great way to use up leftover oranges.


Dipok Bristi
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This cake is a winner! I made it for a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved the orange flavor and how moist the cake was. I'll definitely be making this again.


Lewis Garrison
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit. The orange flavor is subtle but present, and the cake is moist and fluffy. I love that it's not too sweet, and it's a great way to use up leftover oranges.


Mia Centeno
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This cake is so good, it's almost dangerous! I can't stop eating it. The orange flavor is so addictive, and the cake is just so light and fluffy. I'm in love.


Brittney Warren
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I'm always looking for new and exciting cake recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The orange flavor is unique and refreshing, and the cake itself is so moist and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this one again.


Eric Ishaya
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover oranges. I usually have a few oranges sitting around in my fruit bowl, and this is the perfect way to use them up before they go bad.


Musoke Shaphic
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. Just a few basic ingredients and you have a delicious cake that's perfect for any occasion. I've even made it with different citrus fruits, like grapefruit and lemon, and it's always a success.


Faheem Rao
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This cake is a staple in our household. My grandma used to make it for us when we were kids, and now I make it for my own family. It's a tradition that I'm happy to pass on.


Alvaro Zavala
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I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and turned out perfectly. My friends raved about how delicious the cake was, and I felt like a pro chef! Definitely going to be making this again.


Crystal Phillips
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This cake is a true crowd-pleaser! I've made it for potlucks, birthday parties, and even just as a weekend treat, and it's always a hit. The orange flavor is prominent but not overpowering, and the cake itself is moist and fluffy. I highly recommend


Rijan Thapa
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Aunt Verna's Orange Cake is a delightful treat that fills my kitchen with a burst of citrusy goodness. The cake is moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. I love that it's not overly complicated to make, yet it always impre