Beat and Bake Orange Cake
This quick orange cake is delicious without the frosting. I sometimes just sprinkle icing sugar on the top. This recipe can be used to make two 8-inch cake layers or a 9x5-inch loaf. If making a loaf cake, bake for 60 minutes.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'In a measuring cup, combine milk, 1/2 cup orange juice, oil, beaten eggs, and 1 1/2 teaspoon orange zest. Set aside.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Sift flour, salt and baking powder into a large bowl. Mix in sugar. Make a well in the center and pour in the milk mixture. Stir until thoroughly combined.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Divide batter into prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.'}
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{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'To make Orange Butter Frosting: Cream butter until smooth. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar. Beat until light and fluffy. Beat in 2 tablespoons orange juice to bring to spreading consistency. Stir in vanilla and 1 teaspoon orange zest.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (12 servings total)