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Juicy Orange Breakfast Cake

Juicy Orange Breakfast Cake for a Bright Morning Boost

Enjoy the delightful Juicy Orange Breakfast Cake, a moist and flavorful treat bursting with fresh citrus goodness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar
  • ½ cup Butter, Softened Can substitute with coconut oil
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice Fresh juice preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Use more for extra flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons Orange Juice For glaze consistency

Equipment

  • 9-inch Round Cake Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand or stand mixer
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. Combine softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl, and mix until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl, then gradually add to the wet ingredients.
  5. Pour batter into the greased pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. Prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar and orange juice until smooth.
  8. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and garnish with extra orange zest if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh oranges for juice and zest. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.

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