Orange Sponge Cake
A light and fluffy orange sponge cake bursting with fresh citrus flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed) Use fresh juice for best flavor.
- 1 large zest of an orange Zest before juicing the orange.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture. Mix until well combined.
Mixing
- In another bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, gently folding until just combined.
- Slowly add the melted butter, folding it into the batter until fully incorporated.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Serve plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or layered with frosting and fruits. Store in an airtight container or refrigerate for longer freshness.