Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 225g (1 3/4 cups)
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
- Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Granulated sugar: 200g (1 cup)
- Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup
- Large eggs: 2
- Buttermilk: 1 cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Orange juice: 1 cup
For the Orange Glaze:
- Powdered sugar: 1 cup
- Orange juice: 2-3 tablespoons
- Orange zest: 1 tablespoon
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, oil, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in the orange juice.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the orange glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest until smooth.
- Once the cake is baked, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack.
- Pour the orange glaze over the warm cake.
Nutritional Information:
Per slice (1/8 of the cake):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 220mg
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Protein: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and fluffy cake
- Bright and citrusy orange flavor
- Simple to make
- Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack
User Comments:
- "This cake is amazing! It's so light and flavorful, and the orange glaze is the perfect touch."
- "I love the vibrant color of this cake. It's so eye-catching and inviting."
- "I made this cake for a brunch party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the orange flavor."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it, as this will help prevent it from breaking.
- The orange glaze can be made thicker or thinner by adjusting the amount of orange juice added.
