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Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
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Indulge in the citrusy delight of this Orange Velvet Cake with a luscious Orange Cream Cheese Frosting. The perfect harmony of tangy orange flavors and a velvety texture makes this cake a showstopper at any gathering.

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 8 oz (226g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1½ sticks (168g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 3 cups (342g) cake flour
  • 2 teaspoons (8g) baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon (3g) baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon (3g) salt
  • ½ cup (120ml) milk
  • ½ cup (120ml) concentrated orange juice, thawed (do not add water)
  • ¼ cup (60ml) vegetable oil (e.g., canola oil)
  • Zest from one orange (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon orange extract
  • Orange coloring gel (optional, for desired shade)

For the Orange Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 3 sticks (339g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 16 oz (452g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 7 cups (805g) powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
  • Orange coloring gel (optional)

Instructions

  1. Oven & Pan Prep: Set your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans, then line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy release.
  2. Dry Ingredient Preparation: In a medium bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside for later use.
  3. Mixing the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, thawed concentrated orange juice, vegetable oil, orange extract, and orange zest until well combined.
  4. Cream Butter & Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth.
  5. Add Sugar & Eggs: Gradually add the sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully mixed in before adding the next.
  6. Combining Mixtures: Gradually alternate adding the dry and wet mixtures to the creamed base, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until everything is incorporated.
  7. Add Coloring (Optional): If using orange coloring gel, add it now to achieve the desired shade.
  8. Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 5-10 minutes, then turn them out onto wire racks to cool completely.

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Keywords: Orange Velvet Cake, Orange Cream Cheese Frosting, Citrus Cake Recipe

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