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Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting

Delightful Orange Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

This Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting is moist and flavorful, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 8 oz Full-Fat Cream Cheese Adds moisture and a tangy flavor
  • 1.5 sticks Unsalted Butter Provides richness and a tender crumb
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cake and helps retain moisture
  • 3 cups Cake Flour Gives a light and airy texture
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Essential for rising
  • 0.5 tsp Baking Soda Provides additional leavening
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Enhances flavors
  • 0.5 cup Milk Adds moisture
  • 0.5 cup Concentrated Orange Juice Delivers orange flavor
  • 0.25 cup Vegetable Oil Ensures moistness
  • 1 Orange Orange Zest Optional, intensifies flavor
  • 1 tbsp Orange Extract Enhances overall citrus flavor
  • Orange Coloring Gel Optional, for visual appeal
For the Orange Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 3 sticks Unsalted Butter Forms a creamy base
  • 16 oz Full-Fat Cream Cheese Provides classic tang
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Adds depth to flavor
  • 1 tsp Orange Extract Enhances orange flavor
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Balances sweetness
  • 7 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens and stabilizes frosting
  • Orange Coloring Gel Optional, for decoration

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Wire racks

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth. Gradually add in sugar, mixing well.
  3. Incorporate eggs one at a time, followed by milk and orange juice, stirring until smooth.
  4. Fold in cake flour mixed with baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add vegetable oil, orange zest, and orange extract.
  5. Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for 28-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let the cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto wire racks to cool completely.
  7. Prepare the frosting by beating softened butter and cream cheese until fluffy. Add vanilla, orange extract, and salt, then mix in powdered sugar.
  8. Once cooled, layer one cake on a serving plate, frost with orange cream cheese frosting, then place the second layer on top and frost the sides.
  9. Refrigerate until ready to serve, allowing to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 45gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting for the best texture. Store leftovers covered at room temperature or in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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