Delicious Orange Raisin Cake Recipe

Indulge in the delightful flavors of orange and raisins with this amazing Orange Raisin Cake recipe. Made with tangy orange zest, plump raisins, and a hint of warm spices, this cake is perfect for a special occasion or as a sweet treat any time of the day. The moist and tender texture, paired with the rich citrus flavor, makes this cake truly irresistible. Serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly decadent dessert.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1 cup raisins
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, making sure to fully incorporate each egg before adding the next one.
5. Stir in the vanilla extract and orange zest.
6. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the orange juice. Begin and end with the flour mixture.
7. In a small bowl, combine the raisins, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss until the raisins are coated with the spices.
8. Fold the raisin mixture into the cake batter.
9. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
10. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11. Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
12. Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
13. Once cooled, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar.
14. Slice and serve the delicious Orange Raisin Cake.

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