Moist and Zesty Orange Juice Cake Recipe
This Moist and Zesty Orange Juice Cake Recipe brings sunshine to your kitchen with its bright, citrusy flavor and incredibly tender crumb.
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Electric hand mixer
- 9-inch round cake pan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Fine grater for zest
- Wire cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease cake pan thoroughly with butter.
- Mix flour, baking powder, and salt together.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Stir in orange zest and fresh juice.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk gradually.
- Pour batter into prepared cake pan evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely before removing from pan carefully.
Notes
- Use fresh orange juice for the best flavor
- Room temperature ingredients mix more easily together
- Don't overmix the batter to avoid tough cake
- Test doneness with a toothpick inserted in center
- Let cake cool completely before frosting or serving