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Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting

Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting
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Indulge in a slice of sunshine with this delightful Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting! This moist and fluffy cake is infused with vibrant orange flavor, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion—from birthday parties to cozy family gatherings. The creamy orange frosting adds a luscious finish, ensuring every bite is a burst of refreshing sweetness. Easy to prepare and beautifully versatile, this cake can be made ahead of time, allowing you to focus on what truly matters—enjoying time with loved ones. Let’s bake something unforgettable!

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz full-fat cream cheese
  • 1½ sticks unsalted butter
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups cake flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup concentrated orange juice
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • Zest from one orange (optional)
  • Orange extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. Sift together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl; set aside.
  3. In another bowl, whisk milk, orange juice, vegetable oil, orange extract, and optional zest.
  4. Beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth; gradually add sugar until fluffy.
  5. Mix in eggs one at a time until well combined.
  6. Alternate adding dry ingredients and wet mixture into the creamed base until just combined.
  7. Optionally add orange coloring gel for desired shade.
  8. Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 28-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool cakes in pans for 5-10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

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