Description
Sicilian Whole Orange Cake is a delightful and vibrant dessert that encapsulates the essence of fresh oranges in every bite. This moist and flavorful cake is incredibly easy to prepare, making it a fantastic choice for both casual gatherings and special celebrations. The unique twist of using an entire orange, including the rind, infuses the cake with rich citrus notes that are sure to impress your guests. Whether you serve it as a sweet treat for breakfast or as a refreshing dessert after dinner, this versatile cake will be a hit at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 eggs
- 1 ⅛ cups sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ⅓ cup softened butter
- ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 large organic orange (washed, cut into pieces)
- 2 ½ oz freshly squeezed orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, beat together eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add softened butter and Greek yogurt; mix until well combined.
- Incorporate chopped orange pieces and freshly squeezed orange juice into the mixture until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually fold this into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter into a greased and parchment-lined 9-inch round cake pan. Bake for about 55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg