Description

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting, a delightful dessert that captures the essence of citrus bliss. This cake features a fluffy texture complemented by a smooth and tangy cream cheese frosting, making it the perfect centerpiece for any celebration or a sweet indulgent treat at home. With its stunning presentation and crowd-pleasing flavor, this cake is sure to impress your family and friends. Easy to make yet visually striking, it’s an ideal choice for birthdays, afternoon teas, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

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8 oz (226g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
1½ sticks (168g) unsalted butter, softened
2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
4 large eggs, at room temperature
3 cups (342g) cake flour
2 teaspoons (8g) baking powder
½ teaspoon (3g) baking soda
½ teaspoon (3g) salt
½ cup (120ml) milk
½ cup (120ml) concentrated orange juice, thawed
¼ cup (60ml) vegetable oil
Zest from one orange (optional)
1 tablespoon orange extract
Orange coloring gel (optional)
3 sticks (339g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
16 oz (452g) full-fat cream cheese, softened (for frosting)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
1 teaspoon orange extract (for frosting)
½ teaspoon salt (for frosting)
7 cups (805g) powdered sugar (for frosting, adjust to taste)
Orange coloring gel (optional, for frosting)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare three 8-inch round cake pans with grease and parchment paper.
In one bowl, sift together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk milk, orange juice, vegetable oil, and orange extract.
In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar until fluffy; incorporate eggs one at a time.
Alternately add dry ingredients and wet ingredients to the creamed mixture until just combined. If desired, add orange coloring gel.
Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 28–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting with orange cream cheese frosting.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 39g
Sodium: 280mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 50mg