Description
Indulge in the nostalgic delight of our Orange Creamsicle Cake, a vibrant dessert that captures the essence of your favorite childhood treat. This moist and fluffy layered cake is infused with fresh orange juice and zest, paired with a creamy filling that complements its sweet citrus flavor perfectly. Ideal for birthdays, family gatherings, or any special occasion, this visually stunning cake is sure to impress your guests. With its easy preparation steps and simple ingredients, bakers of all skill levels can achieve this delightful creation. Give it a try and enjoy every bite of this refreshing dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1⅓ cups granulated sugar (266g)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (30g)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 cups fresh orange juice (strained from about 3 large oranges) (480ml)
- 4 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup cold salted butter (cubed) (56g)
- 4½ cups all-purpose flour (540g)
- 1 tablespoon plus 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
- ⅔ cup salted butter (152g)
- ⅔ cup sour cream (160g)
- 2 tablespoons grated orange zest (about 3 large oranges)
- 3 cups granulated sugar (600g)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups fresh orange juice (strained) (480ml)
- ⅔ cup water (160ml)
- 8 large egg whites
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 cups unsalted butter (softened, cut into 1-inch pieces) (908g)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- (Optional: 4 to 6 drops orange food coloring)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In one bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, blend fresh orange juice, cold butter, and egg yolks until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients; mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool before transferring them to a cooling rack.
- For the filling, beat together salted butter, sour cream, and grated orange zest until fluffy.
- Once cooled, layer the cakes with cream filling in between and frost as desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (108g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg