Description
Orange Blossom Cake is a light and elegant dessert flavored with orange zest and a touch of orange blossom water. Paired with a citrus buttercream or glaze and garnished with edible flowers, this cake brings floral charm and zesty brightness to any celebration.
Ingredients
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- For the Cake:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp finely grated orange zest
- 2 tsp orange blossom water
- 1 cup whole milk
- For the Orange Blossom Buttercream:
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature
- 4 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 2–3 tbsp orange juice
- 1 tsp orange blossom water
- Pinch of salt
- Optional Garnish:
- Edible flowers (like marigolds, chamomile, or rose petals)
- Thin slices of candied or fresh orange
- Gold leaf or dust (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Cake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, orange zest, and orange blossom water.
- Alternate adding flour mixture and milk, beginning and ending with flour.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool completely.
- Make the Buttercream:
- Beat butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, orange zest, orange juice, orange blossom water, and salt. Beat until light and fluffy.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Spread buttercream between layers and over the outside of the cake.
- Smooth or texture the frosting as desired. Decorate with edible flowers, citrus slices, or gold accents.
Notes
- Use orange blossom water sparingly; a little goes a long way.
- Store the cake in the fridge but let it come to room temperature before serving for best flavor and texture.
- Pairs beautifully with tea or prosecco.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~510
- Sugar: ~46g
- Sodium: ~190mg
- Fat: ~28g
- Saturated Fat: ~17g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~9g
- Trans Fat: ~0.5g
- Carbohydrates: ~60g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Protein: ~5g
- Cholesterol: ~95mg
