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Incredibly Moist Orange Juice Cake with Bright Citrus Glaze

A close-up of a moist slice of orange juice cake drizzled with a thick, shiny glaze and topped with orange zest.
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A simple, moist cake made with fresh orange juice and zest, topped with a tangy orange juice glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in the 1/2 cup orange juice and the orange zest.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. While the cake cools slightly in the pan (about 10 minutes), prepare the glaze.
  10. Whisk together the powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of fresh orange juice until smooth.
  11. Drizzle the glaze evenly over the warm cake. Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, use fresh orange juice and zest, not bottled.
  • If you prefer a stronger citrus flavor, you can use a bundt pan and pour half the glaze over the warm cake, then pour the remaining glaze once it cools slightly.
  • This cake stays moist for several days when stored in an airtight container at room temperature.

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