Orange Slice Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup orange juice
• Zest of 2 oranges

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Alternately add the dry ingredients and the sour cream to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice and zest. Stir this into the batter.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cake cool completely before frosting with your desired frosting.

Nutritional Information:

Per slice (without frosting):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 12g
• Sodium: 150mg
• Carbohydrates: 36g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and tender crumb
• Bright orange flavor
• Perfect for special occasions or everyday treats

User Comments:

• "This cake is so moist and delicious! The orange flavor is perfect."
• "I made this cake for my family and they loved it. It's a great way to use up leftover oranges."
• "This is a simple cake to make, but it looks so elegant."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough cake.
• If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk.
• Serve the cake with a dollop of whipped cream or orange curd for an extra special treat.