Citrus-Lover's Cake
This orange-infused cake is a truly delightful dessert! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of tangy yogurt and sweet oranges, it's wonderfully moist and ideal for any celebration.
Equipment
- 9-inch round cake pan or loaf pan
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 1½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup plain Greek Yogurt
- ½ cup sugar
- 3 eggs (large)
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 Tbsp orange zest
- 2 Tbsp orange juice
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- salt (pinch)
Orange Sugar Syrup
- ¾ cup sugar
- ⅓ cup orange juice
- 1-1½ oz orange liqueur
- 2-3 oranges thinly sliced into circles (leave the peel on)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350º F. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or loaf pan with nonstick spray.
- Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl, whisking with a fork. Pour the batter into the prepared cake can and smooth the top (the batter will have a thick consistency). Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool for ten minutes in the pan before transferring it to a cake platter or a wire rack to garnish.
- While the cake is cooling, make the orange syrup. Add the orange juice, liqueur, if using, and sugar to a large pot and bring to a low simmer until the sugar is dissolved. Add the orange slices and simmer until they are soft. Carefully remove the orange slices to a plate and set aside.
- Using a wooden skewer, poke holes in the top of the cooled cake. Carefully drizzle the orange syrup over the top. You may not need all the syrup. Then garnish the top of the cake with the softened orange slices. Enjoy with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or mascarpone cheese.*Caution: The oven will be hot!
Notes
- The cake is best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 265kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 91mg | Potassium: 95mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 101IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 1mg
Disclaimer: All nutrition values are per serving and approximate. They will vary depending on products and quantities used.
