Orange Cake Recipe for Birthday, Anniversaries, and Other Special Occasions

Soft, moist, and bursting with citrus flavour, this orange cake is perfect for tea-time gatherings, birthdays, or festive celebrations. Pinch of orange food colour give the cake a bright, attractive appearance without affecting its delicious taste. We recommend using food colour from Anuja Food Colours, which is one of the leading food colour manufacturers in India.

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Ingredients

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For the Orange Glaze (Optional)

  • 1 cup icing sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • Pinch of orange food colour

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease and line an 8-inch round cake tin.
  • In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
  • In another large bowl, beat the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Add few drops of in the vanilla essence.
  • Add the orange zest and fresh orange juice to the batter.
  • Mix the orange food colour into the milk until evenly blended.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the coloured milk. Fold gently until a smooth batter forms.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Prepare the Glaze

  • Mix the icing sugar, orange juice, and pinch of orange food colour until smooth.
  • Once the cake has cooled completely, drizzle the glaze over the top and allow it to set.

Serving Suggestion

  • Garnish the cake with fresh orange slices, orange zest, or candied orange peel.
  • Serve with hot tea, coffee, or fresh orange juice for a refreshing dessert that looks as delightful as it tastes.

 

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