Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease two muffin tins or line them with paper cups.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and orange zest.
- Using an electric mixer, beat the eggs and sugar until pale yellow and frothy.
- Slowly pour in the orange juice, melted butter, and vanilla extract; blend until smooth.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gradually, stirring gently to avoid overmixing.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared molds, filling each about halfway, and bake for 13–14 minutes.
- Immediately sprinkle with crystallized sugar and return to the turned-off oven for 2 minutes.
- Let the cakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg
Notes
Use fresh oranges for the best flavor. Don't overmix the batter to avoid tough cakes. Test doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean. Consider variations with different citrus fruits or spices for unique flavors. Store cakes in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or refrigerate for a week. To refresh texture, microwave briefly if needed.
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