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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 the vibrant flavors of this Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting. This delightful dessert is not just a feast for the eyes but also a treat for your taste buds. Each slice boasts a moist, fluffy texture infused with the refreshing essence of orange, making it perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or simply to brighten up your afternoon. The creamy orange frosting adds an irresistible finish that beautifully complements the cake’s citrusy profile. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, baking this showstopper will impress both novice and experienced bakers alike!

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (226g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1½ sticks (168g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 3 cups (342g) cake flour
  • 2 teaspoons (8g) baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon (3g) baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon (3g) salt
  • ½ cup (120ml) milk
  • ½ cup (120ml) concentrated orange juice, thawed (do not add water)
  • ¼ cup (60ml) vegetable oil (e.g., canola oil)
  • Zest from one orange (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon orange extract
  • Orange coloring gel (optional, for desired shade)
  • 3 sticks (339g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 16 oz (452g) full-fat cream cheese, softened (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract (for frosting)
  • ½ teaspoon salt (for frosting)
  • 7 cups (805g) powdered sugar (adjust to taste, for frosting)
  • Orange coloring gel (optional, for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare three 8-inch round cake pans by greasing and flouring them.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
  3. In another bowl, whisk the milk, concentrated orange juice, vegetable oil, orange extract, and optional zest until combined.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar until fluffy; incorporate eggs one at a time.
  5. Alternate adding dry and wet mixtures into the creamed base until just combined.
  6. Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 28-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cakes cool before frosting with orange cream cheese frosting made from butter, cream cheese, vanilla extract, orange extract, salt, and powdered sugar.

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