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Sicilian Whole Orange Cake

Sicilian Whole Orange Cake: Zesty Delight in Every Slice

Sicilian Whole Orange Cake that delivers vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients in every bite, making it a refreshing dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 whole orange washed and quartered
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ½ cup butter room temperature
  • 1 cup flour all-purpose
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt just a pinch
  • 3 large eggs room temperature

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • wire rack
  • Cake pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the cake pan by greasing or lining it.
  2. Wash the whole orange thoroughly and cut it into quarters. Blend the orange quarters until smooth.
  3. Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Gently stir in the blended orange until thoroughly mixed into the batter.
  6. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the orange batter, mixing gently until just combined.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This Sicilian Whole Orange Cake is perfect served plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or with whipped cream. Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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