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Orange Creamsicle Cake

Moist orange cake with creamy vanilla frosting and fresh orange zest.
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A nostalgic layer cake that perfectly captures the flavor of a classic ice cream treat. It features moist orange cake layers paired with a creamy vanilla-orange frosting for a bright and dreamy dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp finely grated orange zest
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 5 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp finely grated orange zest
  • Pinch of salt
  • Orange gel food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans, lining bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium-high for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract, oil, and 1 tablespoon orange zest.
  5. On low speed, alternately add the dry ingredients and the mixture of buttermilk and orange juice, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.
  6. Divide batter evenly among prepared pans. Bake for 25-28 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.
  8. For the frosting, beat 1 1/2 cups softened butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar on low speed.
  9. Add heavy cream, vanilla, 1 teaspoon orange zest, and a pinch of salt. Beat on medium-high for 3 minutes until fluffy. Add food coloring if using.
  10. Place one cake layer on a plate. Spread with frosting. Repeat with second layer. Top with final layer.
  11. Apply a thin crumb coat of frosting over entire cake. Chill for 15 minutes.
  12. Frost the entire cake with remaining frosting. Decorate with extra orange zest if desired.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Do not frost warm cake layers. For a dairy-free version, use plant-based butter and milk with vinegar for buttermilk.

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