Orange Cake

Here’s a simple and tasty Orange Cake recipe for you to try:

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 2 tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ¼ tsp salt

• 3 large eggs

• 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed if possible)

• Zest of 1 orange

• ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp orange extract (optional, for extra flavor)

For the Glaze (optional):

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 2 tbsp orange juice

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round or square cake pan.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and add the orange juice, orange zest, vegetable oil (or melted butter), vanilla extract, and orange extract (if using).

4. Combine: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

7. Make the Glaze (optional): For the glaze, mix the powdered sugar and orange juice in a bowl until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

8. Serve: Slice and enjoy your homemade orange cake!

Tips:

• For a richer flavor, you can replace half of the oil with sour cream or yogurt.

• If you want a more intense orange flavor, add a bit more zest or use orange liqueur like Grand Marnier in the glaze.

Let me know if you want to adjust anything or need help with another part of the recipe!