Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting, a delightful dessert that will elevate any celebration. This cake features a soft and moist texture thanks to the perfect blend of fresh orange juice and zest, while the creamy frosting adds a luscious finish that is simply irresistible. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party, family gathering, or just looking for a sweet treat to brighten your week, this cake is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds. With easy-to-follow instructions, even novice bakers can create this stunning dessert that promises to be the centerpiece of any table.
Ingredients
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1½ sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 3 cups cake flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup concentrated orange juice, thawed (do not add water)
- ¼ cup vegetable oil (e.g., canola oil)
- Zest from one orange (optional)
- 1 tablespoon orange extract
- Orange coloring gel (optional, for desired shade)
- 3 sticks unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 16 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon orange extract (for frosting)
- ½ teaspoon salt (for frosting)
- 7 cups powdered sugar (adjust to taste, for frosting)
- Orange coloring gel (optional, for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare three 8-inch round cake pans with grease, flour, and parchment paper.
- Sift together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl; set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk milk, concentrated orange juice, vegetable oil, and orange extract until combined.
- Beat softened butter and cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Gradually add sugar until fluffy, then mix in eggs one at a time.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and wet mixtures to the creamed base until just combined. Add coloring gel if desired.
- Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 28–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes in pans for 5–10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 364
- Sugar: 47g
- Sodium: 338mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 58mg
Keywords: For added brightness in flavor, consider using lemon or grapefruit juice instead of orange juice. Customize your frosting by adding additional zest or using a plant-based cream cheese alternative if desired. Garnish with fresh fruit or edible flowers for an elegant touch.