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Orange Butter Cake

This tender and simple Orange Butter Cake is perfect for any occasion, offering a delightful citrus flavor and warmth with every slice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 250 g butter, softened Use room-temperature butter for easier mixing.
  • 1 tbsp orange zest Zest from a fresh orange.
  • 1 cup caster sugar
  • 4 pieces eggs Use room-temperature eggs.
  • 275 g self-raising flour If using plain flour, add 2 tsp baking powder.
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 100 ml buttermilk Substitute with nondairy milk plus lemon juice for a dairy-free version.
For the Topping
  • 1 orange juiced Freshly squeezed juice.
  • 125 g sugar For topping the cake.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 180C (350F) and lightly grease a shallow, 20 X 30 cm pan, lining the base with baking paper.
  2. Place all the cake ingredients into a large bowl and mix with a mixer for 2 minutes until combined.
  3. Spoon mixture into the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30 minutes or until the cake is risen, golden, and pulling away from sides.
  2. Sit the cake for 5 minutes.
  3. Combine the sugar and orange juice in a bowl and spoon onto the top of the warm cake, leaving the sugar undissolved.
  4. Let it cool and serve.

Notes

This cake can be served warm with coffee or tea. Add a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence. Store leftovers wrapped in cling film or an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 4-5 days.