Delicious Orange Johnny Cake

This Orange Johnny Cake is a moist and flavorful cornmeal-based cake that is infused with the fresh and tangy taste of oranges. It is a perfect balance of sweetness and citrus, making it a delightful dessert or breakfast option. With a preparing time of just 40 minutes, you can easily whip up this delicious cake to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange juice, vegetable oil, eggs, orange zest, and vanilla extract.
4. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while stirring, until the batter is well combined.
5. Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch square baking pan.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cake to cool before serving.
8. Slice and serve the Orange Johnny Cake as a delightful dessert or breakfast option.

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