Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the BEST Orange Drizzle Traybake Cake, an easy-to-make dessert that combines a moist, fluffy texture with the vibrant zest of fresh oranges. Ideal for any occasion, from casual afternoon teas to festive gatherings, this cake is sure to impress your guests with its refreshing citrus taste and sweet glaze. With minimal effort and simple ingredients, you can whip up this showstopper that serves 12 generous slices. Enjoy it plain or elevate it with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a truly memorable treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 250 g softened butter
- 250 g caster sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 medium eggs
- 250 g self-raising flour
- 3 tablespoons milk
- Zest of 1 orange
- 200 g icing sugar
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1–2 tablespoons orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C for fan ovens) and line an 8×10 inch baking tin with baking paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Gradually mix in self-raising flour and milk until smooth, then fold in orange zest.
- Pour batter into the lined tin, spreading evenly. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg