Moist Orange Butter Cake Recipe
This moist orange butter cake is a delicious treat with a hint of citrus that will satisfy anyone’s sweet tooth. It’s a simple, one-bowl recipe that’s perfect for an easy dessert or a special occasion. The moist cake is made with butter and oranges, and the light orange flavor is just enough to give it an extra special flavor. This cake is perfect for any occasion, from a birthday party to a family gathering. It’s a classic recipe that never goes out of style.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butter, room temperature
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tablespoons freshly grated orange zest
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until combined. Add vanilla extract, buttermilk, orange juice and orange zest. Beat until combined.
Gradually add flour mixture, beating until just combined. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
Serve with whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Nutrition
One serving of this moist orange butter cake contains approximately 456 calories, 20 grams of fat, 66 grams of carbohydrates, 5 grams of fiber, 7 grams of protein and 238 milligrams of sodium. It is a great source of Vitamin C, Iron and Calcium.
This cake could easily be adapted to make it even healthier. For example, you could use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour and use a low-fat or non-fat buttermilk. You could also substitute the butter with a vegan butter substitute to make it dairy-free.
This orange butter cake is a great treat for any occasion. It’s moist and delicious with just enough orange flavor to make it special. Serve it with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream. Your guests will love it!
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