ORANGE CAKE

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A delightful orange frosting is the secret to this cake from Kathleen Gingras of Thorold, Ontario. "It is great with a scoop of ice cream," she suggests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons water
1-1/2 teaspoons orange peel
1/8 teaspoon almond extract
1-1/4 cups cake flour
1-3/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1 to 2 tablespoons orange juice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the orange juice, water, orange peel and almond extract. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove to a wire rack to cool completely. , For the frosting, combine the confectioners' sugar, butter and enough orange juice to achieve spreading consistency. Frost cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 254mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Melisa Persaud
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I love the way this cake smells. It fills my whole house with a delicious citrusy aroma. It's a great way to make your home feel cozy and inviting.


Natalie W
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This cake is a great value. It's inexpensive to make and it yields a lot of servings. It's a great option for feeding a crowd.


Oluwafemi Kolade
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This cake is so moist and fluffy. It's like eating a cloud. I love the way the orange flavor melts in my mouth.


Gale Lawrence
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for those times when you need a quick and easy dessert.


Dollstons Trucking
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This cake is so easy to make. I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this cake with no problem. It's a great recipe for beginners.


OutLaw
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I love the way this cake looks. It's so elegant and beautiful. It's perfect for a special occasion.


Alirazanawaz Nawaz
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, potlucks, and even just because. It's always a hit.


Demi lee Mcdonnell
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I'm not a big fan of orange cake, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so moist and flavorful, I couldn't get enough of it.


oliv
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This is my go-to recipe for orange cake. It's always a winner. I love the way the orange zest and juice add such a bright and flavorful taste.


Mosarop Hossain
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


RIYA VISION
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This orange cake is so moist and delicious! I love the citrusy flavor. It's perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack.


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