Description

This orange cream cake features a tender vanilla-orange cake with a creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting. Made with fresh orange juice and zest, it delivers bright citrus flavor in every bite. It's simple enough for weeknights yet elegant for celebrations, and kids and adults love it alike.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
2 tbsp orange zest
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
2 tbsp fresh orange juice (for frosting)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pa
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt
In a large bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each
Stir in orange zest and vanilla. Alternate adding dry ingredients and 1/2 cup orange juice, mixing until just combined
Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 28–30 minutes or until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clea
Cool completely on a wire rack
For frosting: beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and 2 tbsp orange juice until smooth
Spread frosting over cooled cake. Chill for 30 minutes before slicing. Serve and enjoy

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best texture. Do not overmix batter.

Fresh orange juice is strongly recommended for bright flavor; avoid concentrate.

Chill the frosting before spreading to make neat layers. Add extra zest on top for more orange aroma.

Store covered in the refrigerator up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving, or microwave slices for 10 seconds for a warm treat.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 410 kcal
Sugar: 38 g
Sodium: 320 mg
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 13 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 52 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 6 g
Cholesterol: 95 mg

Keywords: orange cake, cream cheese frosting, citrus cake, easy dessert