Bright Persian Orange Cake
Bright Persian Orange Cake is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of sunny days with its vibrant orange flavor and fluffy texture. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for any occasion, be it a family gathering or a sweet moment during your Netflix binge. With its aromatic citrus notes and nostalgic charm, every slice offers a taste of sunshine that will brighten your day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- 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
- 1 tbsp orange zest (freshly grated)
- ½ cup fresh orange juice
- â…“ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, orange zest, orange juice, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg