Zesty Orange Cream Birthday Cake
Celebrate your special day with this delightful Zesty Orange Cream Birthday Cake. Featuring layers of moist orange-infused sponge cake and a light, creamy orange frosting, this cake is perfect for any birthday celebration. The refreshing citrus flavor combined with a smooth texture makes it a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- for garnish orange slices
Instructions
-
Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
-
Step 2:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
-
Step 3:
In another bowl, cream the butter until smooth, then gradually add the sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
-
Step 4:
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the orange zest and juice.
-
Step 5:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
-
Step 6:
Pour the batter into greased cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
-
Step 7:
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
-
Step 8:
In a bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
-
Step 9:
Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a layer of frosting between the cake layers and on top and sides of the cake.
-
Step 10:
Garnish the cake with orange slices and serve to celebrate!