ORANGE CRUNCH CAKE

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I dressed up a yellow butter cake with a crunchy crumb layer and orange cream cheese frosting. The recipe was inspired by a specialty I sampled at a Florida restaurant.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
3/4 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup butter, melted
CAKE:
3/4 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 large eggs
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups cake flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
7 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon orange extract
Fresh orange wedges

Steps:

  • Grease and flour two 9-in. round baking pans; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Add butter; toss to coat. Divide between prepared pans., 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 vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition., Transfer to prepared pans. Bake at 350° for 28-32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Add the confectioners' sugar, orange juice, zest and extract; beat until blended. Place one cake layer crunch side up on a serving plate; spread with 1 cup frosting. Top with remaining cake layer crunch side down. Spread remaining frosting over top and sides of cake. Just before serving, top with orange wedges.

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Ichko Ichko
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I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like it might be too sweet.


Tiwa
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This recipe is on my to-bake list. It looks so good!


asma rehman
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks delicious!


Abida Iftikhar
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's simple to make and always impresses.


Kali Torres
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite!


Pappuraj Dubai
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This cake is definitely a keeper. I'll be making it again and again.


Mohammad Ismath
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It was so moist and flavorful.


Rahat Shikther
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. It was a big hit at my party.


yasmine Karbona
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I'm not a huge fan of orange desserts, but this cake was surprisingly good. The orange flavor was subtle and the cake was very moist.


Reman Khan
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of oranges and nuts.


linda rodriguez
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Kayla Summers
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This cake was delicious! The orange flavor was perfect and the crunch topping was a nice touch.


Anwar Ali Brohi
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a winner. It's easy to make and always turns out great.


Sumit Das
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This cake was a hit! It was moist, flavorful, and disappeared quickly. I used fresh oranges and they really made the cake shine.


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