FLUFFY ORANGE SPONGE CAKE

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Make and share this Fluffy Orange Sponge Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup sifted cake flour
1 1/4 cups sifted powdered sugar
5 egg yolks
1 tablespoon finely shredded orange rind
5 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Combine cake flour and 1/2 cup of the sifted powdered sugar, set aside.
  • In small mixer bowl beat egg yolks with electric mixer on high speed about 6 minutes or till thick and lemon coloured.
  • Gradually add remaining powdered sugar, beating constantly about 4 minutes.
  • Stir in orange peel.
  • Wash beaters thoroughly.
  • In large mixer bowl beat egg whites, vanilla, and cream of tartar till soft peaks form.
  • Gently fold yolk mixture into whites.
  • Sift flour mixture over egg mixture, 1/3 at a time and fold in gently.
  • Turn into ungreased 9 inch tube pan.
  • Bake in 325 degree oven about 55 minutes or till cake springs baack when lightly touched.
  • Invert cake in pan, cool thoroughly.
  • Remove from pan.
  • With a long tined fork, poke holes in top of cake at 1 inch intervals.
  • For syrup, in a saucepan combine orange juice and honey.
  • Simmer 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, stir in almond extract.
  • Spoon syrup evenly over cake, a small amount at a time, allowing cake to absorb syrup.
  • Chill, if desired.

Scuba Steve
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I'm not a big fan of orange flavored desserts, but this cake was surprisingly good. The orange flavor was subtle and not overpowering.


Faisal Qureshi
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great go-to cake for when I need something quick and easy.


Linda Koutroubas
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The cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good.


Emmanuel Agregado
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've made it for birthdays, potlucks, and just because.


Ndaedzo Nemasisi
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This recipe is a keeper! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the orange glaze was the perfect finishing touch.


Latoya Williams
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I accidentally used too much baking powder and the cake turned out a bit dense. However, the orange flavor was still delicious.


TRB Gaming
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The cake was a bit dry for my taste, but the orange flavor was very good.


Angry Bird
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the light and fluffy texture, and the orange flavor was a nice touch.


Iliaseri John Lagidamudamu
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The cake was easy to make and tasted great. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Asaboot media tube
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I've made this cake several times now and it always comes out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.


Raju Ghimire
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Followed the recipe exactly and the cake came out delicious and moist. My family loved it!


joni Ahmed
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This orange sponge cake turned out absolutely perfect! It was so light and fluffy, and the orange flavor was just right.