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juicy orange breakfast cake
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This Juicy Orange Cake with Cardamom Cream Swirl is a tender, moist cake bursting with fresh orange flavor and complemented by a subtly spiced cardamom cream. It’s a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 200 g (1 cup) All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure and a tender crumb.
- 150 g (3/4 cup) Granulated Sugar: For sweetness and moistness.
- 1 tsp (5 g) Baking Powder: Helps the cake rise.
- 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) Baking Soda: Reacts with orange juice for extra lift.
- 1/4 tsp (1.2 g) Salt: Balances sweetness and enhances flavors.
- 1 tsp (2 g) Ground Cardamom: Adds a warm, aromatic spice.
- 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Orange Zest: Provides a bright, citrusy aroma.
- 120 ml (1/2 cup) Orange Juice: Freshly squeezed for the best flavor.
- 120 ml (1/2 cup) Vegetable Oil: Contributes to a tender crumb.
- 2 Large Eggs: Emulsify for a smoother batter.
- 60 ml (1/4 cup) Plain Yogurt: Adds moisture and a subtle tang.
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall flavor.
- 200 g (7 oz) Cream Cheese: Base for the cardamom cream.
- 100 g (1/2 cup) Powdered Sugar: Sweetens the cardamom cream.
- 120 ml (1/2 cup) Heavy Cream: Adds a silky texture to the cream.
- 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) Orange Blossom Water: A delicate floral note.
- 100 g (3.5 oz) Powdered Sugar (for glaze): Forms the base of the glaze.
- 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Orange Juice (for glaze): Adds orange flavor to the glaze.
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Honey: Provides sweetness and shine to the glaze.
- 30 g (1/4 cup) Sliced Toasted Almonds: Adds crunch and nutty flavor.
- Pinch of Grated Orange Zest: For aroma and visual appeal.
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease/line a 23cm (9in) cake pan.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cardamom.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Combine orange zest, juice, oil, eggs, yogurt, and vanilla.
- Combine Wet & Dry: Gently combine wet and dry ingredients until just incorporated.
- Bake the Cake: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack.
- Prepare Cardamom Cream: Beat cream cheese, add powdered sugar and orange blossom water, then whisk in heavy cream.
- Assemble & Frost: Slice cake horizontally, spread cream, and frost top and sides.
- Make Orange Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, orange juice, and honey.
- Glaze & Garnish: Drizzle glaze and sprinkle with almonds and orange zest.
Notes
For a perfectly moist cake, avoid overbaking and use oil instead of butter. Adding honey to the glaze creates a beautiful sheen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg