ITALIAN ORANGE DRIZZLE CAKE

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From the TV chef Rachel Allen. A wonderfully light and silky cake that always gets compliments. Also works well with 2 lemons instead of an orange.

Provided by neilporter

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 8 slices, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

100 g butter (melted)
2 eggs
1 orange, zest of
100 g icing sugar
100 g caster sugar
125 g flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 orange, juice of
100 g icing sugar

Steps:

  • Melt butter.
  • Whisk eggs, icing sugar, caster sugar and orange zest until pale and fluffy (takes about 5 minutes with an electric hand whisk).
  • Fold in melted butter with a large metal spoon.
  • Sieve flour and baking powder together and gently fold into egg mixture.
  • Bake at 180°C in a greased and lined 20cm tin for 30-35 minutes.
  • Cool for 5-10 minutes in the tine before turning out to cool completely.
  • To make icing mix icing sugar with orange juice until fairly runny and drizzle all over the cooled cake.

Mojibor Dhali
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This cake is delicious! The orange flavor is perfectly balanced and the cake is so moist. I love the way the sugar topping caramelizes in the oven. It's the perfect finishing touch.


Yubraj positive vibes
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a winner. The orange flavor is perfectly balanced and the cake is so moist. I love the crunchy sugar topping. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


Louise D.
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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. I highly recommend this recipe!


Armando Provencio
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I made this cake for my friend's birthday and she loved it! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the orange glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Jeff Ofori
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This cake is delicious! The orange flavor is perfectly balanced and the cake is so moist. I love the crunchy sugar topping. It's the perfect cake for a special occasion.


Eric Place
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe because I'm not a big fan of orange-flavored desserts. But I was pleasantly surprised! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the orange flavor was subtle and not overpowering. I will definitely be making this c


aaliyah goff
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This cake is a labor of love, but it's worth it! The end result is a moist, flavorful cake that's perfect for any occasion. I especially love the orange glaze. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Lisam Magar
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The texture is dense and moist, and the orange flavor is perfectly balanced. The glaze is the perfect finishing touch, adding a bit of sweetness and tartness. I highly recommend this


Joanne Fleming
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This cake is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the orange flavor is so bright and cheerful. I love the way the sugar topping caramelizes in the oven. It's the perfect finishing touch.


Rohail Shahid
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I'm not a huge baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great! The glaze is what really makes this cake special. It's so tangy and sweet. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Ferdinard Agbobah
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I used blood oranges and the color was stunning. The cake was so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Mesa Epenisa
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This cake is divine! The orange flavor is perfectly balanced with the sweetness of the cake. I love the moist texture and the crunchy sugar topping. It's a great cake for any occasion.