Description
Bright Persian Orange Cake is a delightful dessert that captivates the senses with its vibrant orange flavor and aromatic cardamom notes. This moist and fluffy cake is perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to cozy afternoon teas. With its sunny color and irresistible taste, this easy-to-make treat will quickly become a favorite in your recipe collection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- Zest and juice of 2 medium fresh oranges
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ tsp ground cardamom
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a round cake pan with oil or butter and dust with flour.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and cardamom until combined.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, oil, orange zest, and juice until smooth.
- Combine wet ingredients into dry ingredients; stir gently until just mixed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Persian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg