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Golden orange cake squares dusted with sugar
Simple fresh orange cake squares

Fresh Orange Sheet Cake

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Cakes and Desserts
A fragrant winter favorite. Orange isn't just a flavor here; the juice acts as the liquid in the batter, reacting with baking powder for an extra airy crumb. The essential oils from the zest release during baking, filling the kitchen with an incredible aroma.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 30 mins
⌛ Total Time 45 mins
🍽️ Servings 12 servings
🔥 Calories 165 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Baking Pan
  • Whisk
  • Zester
  • Juicer

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1 ✓

Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and zest.

Tip: Sugar helps separate flour particles, preventing lumps.
2 ✓

Whisk melted butter, eggs, orange juice, and vanilla.

Tip: Acidic juice boosts the baking powder's lifting power.
3 ✓

Combine wet and dry ingredients gently. Don't overbeat.

Tip: Overbeating makes for a tough cake.
4 ✓

Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 25-30 minutes.

Tip: Done when the top springs back when touched.

Recipe FAQ

Why is it bitter?
You zested too deeply and got the white pith. Only use the bright orange outer layer.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Confectioners' Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Butter (melted)
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Orange Juice
  • 1 tbsp Orange Zest
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 2 tbsp Confectioners' Sugar (dusting)