Description
A delicious and simple Whole Orange Cake that is gluten-free and perfect for any occasion, made with whole oranges for a vibrant flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole orange (unpeeled)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- A pinch of salt
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prep the orange: Wash thoroughly and chop into quarters, removing any seeds. Blend it in a food processor until smooth.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Combine: Gently fold in the blended orange, baking powder, and salt.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into a greased cake pan and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 35-40 minutes.
- Cool & serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Enjoy: Best enjoyed on the day it’s made, or served with yogurt or ice cream.
Notes
Substitute oranges with other citrus fruits for a different flavor. Avoid over-mixing to keep the cake moist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: orange cake, gluten-free cake, citrus dessert, easy cake recipe, baking with oranges