Indulge in the heavenly taste of this delicious and moist orange sponge cake. Made with fresh oranges and a touch of citrusy zest, this cake is a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. It has a light and fluffy texture that will melt in your mouth, leaving you craving for more. Whether you serve it as a dessert or enjoy it with your afternoon tea, this orange sponge cake is sure to become a favorite among your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 2 oranges
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Grate the zest of one orange and set aside. Juice both oranges and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the softened butter and half of the orange juice to the dry ingredients. Mix well until the batter is smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, orange zest, and remaining orange juice.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, you can garnish the cake with powdered sugar or a simple orange glaze, if desired.
- Slice and serve the delicious orange sponge cake and enjoy!
