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Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese

Zesty Orange Velvet Cake with Creamy Orange Cream Cheese

Indulge in this Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese, a delightful twist on a classic dessert that brings citrusy bliss and velvety softness.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 sticks Unsalted Butter Ensure butter is softened.
  • 400 g Granulated Sugar Adjust for sweetness.
  • 4 large Eggs Consider replacements for a vegan option.
  • 3 cups Cake Flour Can substitute with AP flour.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Milk Non-dairy options are available.
  • 0.5 cup Concentrated Orange Juice Fresh juice can be used.
  • 0.25 cup Vegetable Oil Keeps the cake moist.
  • 1 orange Orange Zest Highly recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Extract Intensifies flavor.
  • Orange Coloring Gel Optional for presentation.
For the Orange Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 3 sticks Unsalted Butter Ensure it's softened.
  • 16 oz Full-Fat Cream Cheese Low-fat alternatives may alter texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Orange Extract Substitute with vanilla if needed.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 7 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Cake Pans
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
    Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
    Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese
  3. Gradually add granulated sugar, mixing well. Incorporate eggs one at a time.
    Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, then gradually add to wet ingredients.
    Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese
  5. Stir in the milk, orange juice, oil, zest, and extract until smooth.
    Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pans, bake for 28-30 minutes, then cool in pans for 10 minutes.
    Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese
  7. Prepare the frosting by beating butter and cream cheese until smooth, adding extracts and salt, then gradually mix in sugar.
    Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese
  8. Once cakes are cool, spread frosting between layers and on the top and sides of the cake.
    Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and allow cake to cool fully before frosting.

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