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Whole Orange Cake

A delightful and zesty cake made with whole oranges, offering a unique citrus flavor and moist texture. Perfect for dessert or a special treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake
  • 2 whole Whole Oranges
  • 4 large Large Eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups Granulated Sugar
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter melted

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Food Processor
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk/Electric Mixer
  • Springform Pan

Method
 

Preparations
  1. Boil whole oranges in water for 1.5-2 hours until very soft, then cool and quarter them, removing any seeds.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease/line a 9-inch springform pan.
Cake Batter
  1. Process the cooled, quartered oranges in a food processor until smooth.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until light and fluffy, then stir in the pureed orange and melted butter.
  3. Sift flour and baking powder into the wet ingredients and fold gently until just combined.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean.
  2. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, ensure the oranges are well-boiled and cooled before blending to prevent bitterness and achieve a smoother batter. A light glaze of powdered sugar and orange juice can be added once cooled for extra zest.