The Orange Cream Cake is a refreshing and light dessert that perfectly balances citrus flavors with a creamy, fluffy texture. This cake is ideal for any occasion, from summer gatherings to festive celebrations, and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The combination of orange zest, creamy frosting, and soft cake layers make this dessert both eye-catching and incredibly delicious.
Here’s how you can make this delightful Orange Cream Cake at home.
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon orange zest (from about 2 oranges)
- ¾ cup fresh orange juice
- ¾ cup whole milk
For the Creamy Orange Frosting:
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Decoration:
- Orange slices and fresh mint leaves (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS:
Life doesn’t get easier than this! Comes together so fast and tastes amazing
My hubby’s always hankering for this, so I whip it up almost every week
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