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Juicy Orange Breakfast Cake

Juicy Orange Breakfast Cake: A Citrus Lover's Dream Delight

This Juicy Orange Breakfast Cake is a delightful citrus-infused treat, perfect for brightening up your morning.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or 1:1 gluten-free flour for a gluten-free alternative
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar can be replaced with more granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup Butter (Softened) or coconut oil for a dairy-free option
  • 2 large Eggs for a vegan alternative, use flax eggs
  • 1 cup Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice use fresh juice for the best taste
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Zest never skip this!
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract use pure extract for the best results
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder essential for achieving fluffy texture
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt balances flavors
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar no substitutes needed
  • 2-3 tablespoons Orange Juice (for glaze) fresh juice is recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest (for garnish)

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar for about 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then add orange juice, zest, and vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients on low speed until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan.
  6. Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with 2-3 tablespoons of orange juice until smooth.
  7. Once the cake is completely cooled, drizzle glaze over the top and garnish with additional orange zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, allow the cake to cool completely before glazing and opt for fresh ingredients.

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