Best Easy Persian Orange Cake
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Best Easy Persian Orange Cake. With its citrusy notes and fluffy texture, this cake is a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. Each slice is infused with the essence of fresh oranges, making it a fragrant delight that brightens up brunches, desserts, or sweet afternoon snacks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Persian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup fresh orange juice (about 2 oranges)
- Zest of 2 oranges
- ½ cup sour cream (full-fat preferred)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a round cake pan with nonstick spray and line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add vegetable oil, orange juice, orange zest, and sour cream; mix until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg