Description
Indulgent Orange Drizzle Cake brings Mediterranean sunshine to your dessert table with zesty citrus charm. Moist crumb and tangy glaze promise a delightful slice that will transport you to sunny Italian orchards.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 200 grams (7.05 ounces) soft butter
- 200 grams (7.05 ounces) self-raising flour
- 200 grams (7.05 ounces) golden caster sugar
- 4 eggs
Citrus Components:
- Zest of 2 oranges
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 100 grams (3.53 ounces) white sugar cubes
- 100 milliliters (3.38 fluid ounces) creme fraiche
- 6 tablespoons orange curd
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 180°C (160°C fan) and prepare two 20cm cake tins with grease and parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy and pale, incorporating eggs gradually to create a smooth mixture.
- Gently fold in flour, baking powder, and orange zest, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
- Evenly distribute batter between prepared cake tins and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and springy to touch.
- While cakes are still warm, crush sugar cubes with fresh orange zest and juice to create a fragrant drizzle.
- Generously pour the citrusy drizzle over the warm cakes, allowing it to soak into the sponge.
- Whip creme fraiche until light and airy, creating a smooth spreadable texture.
- Spread creme fraiche on one cake layer, then carefully spread orange curd on the other layer.
- Carefully sandwich the two cake layers together, allowing the creamy and tangy fillings to meld.
- Slice and serve the vibrant orange drizzle cake, showcasing its delicate layers and zesty flavor.
Notes
- Swap butter for plant-based alternatives to create a delightful vegan version of this citrusy treat.
- Use gluten-free flour blend to make the cake suitable for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Enhance the orange flavor by adding a splash of orange liqueur to the drizzle for an adult twist.
- Reduce sugar content by using natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20-25 mins
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 395 kcal
- Sugar: 39 g
- Sodium: 105 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg