Best Orange Cake recipe
This bright and moist orange cake is a comforting, citrus-infused treat perfect for any time of day — breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Simple ingredients, unforgettable flavor.
Equipment
- 9x5-inch loaf pan
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Zester or microplane
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/4 cups sugar preferably fine sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup orange juice freshly squeezed preferred
- 1/4 cup oil vegetable or light olive oil
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 3 medium eggs
- 1 tbsp orange zest freshly grated
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease or line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk melted butter, oil, and sugar until glossy and smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each to create a pale, silky texture.
- Mix in milk, orange juice, zest, and vanilla. Whisk to combine.
- Gently stir dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no flour streaks remain. Do not overmix.
- Pour into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Use room-temperature ingredients and freshly squeezed juice for best flavor. A light orange glaze can be added for shine and extra sweetness.