Whisk Your Senses Away to Italy with Every Luscious & Zesty Bite! Experience the charm of Italy with a burst of citrusy goodness with our La Dolce Arance: Italian Orange Sponge Cake recipe! This delightful dessert combines the sweetness of sponge cake with the freshness of oranges for a truly delicious treat. Perfect for any occasion, from a cozy family gathering to an elegant dinner party, this cake promises to transport your taste buds to the sunny Italian countryside. Easy to make and even easier to fall in love with, each slice offers a burst of Mediterranean sunshine.
Serving: 10 to 12 slices
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 to 50 minutes
Cooking Level: Beginner
Ingredients:
- 6 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- Zest of 2 oranges
- 3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- A pinch of salt
Kitchen Utensils:
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Spatula
• Zester
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Bunt cake pan
Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease and flour a bundt cake pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until pale and fluffy.
3. Add the orange zest, orange juice, and vegetable oil to the egg mixture and mix until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. You can dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar or drizzle it with a simple orange glaze for extra sweetness.
This Italian orange sponge cake is soft, fluffy, and bursting with citrus flavour. It's perfect for any occasion or as a special treat with a cup of coffee or tea.
Buon Appetito!
••Important Tip:
If you use a 9-inch springform pan instead of a bundt cake pan for this cake recipe, here's what you can expect:
1. Baking Time: Since the 9-inch springform pan will have a larger surface area than the bundt pan, the cake may bake faster. Start checking for doneness around 35-40 minutes into baking. Insert a toothpick into the centre of the cake, and if it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, the cake is ready.
2. Cake Height: The cake baked in a 9-inch springform pan may be slightly shorter compared to the one baked in a bundt pan. The shape of the springform pan will result in a different appearance, likely with straight sides rather than the decorative design of a bundt cake.
3. Texture: The texture of the cake may also be slightly different when baked in a springform pan. The surface area exposed to the heat will be different, which can affect the crust formation and overall texture of the cake.
4. Serving and Presentation: The cake baked in a springform pan can be easily removed from the pan by releasing the sides, making it easier to serve and present. You can also consider decorating the top of the cake with orange slices, zest, or a dusting of powdered sugar for an appealing presentation.
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