Orange Butter Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 45 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A moist, flavorful orange butter cake with zesty orange notes and warm cinnamon, perfect for teatime or special gatherings, offering a delightful citrus aroma and tender crumb.

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Ingredients

  • 2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 1 c. graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 c. firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1 c. butter, softened
  • 1 Tbsp. grated orange rind
  • 1 c. orange juice
  • 3 large eggs

Instructions

  1. Combine all the dry ingredients, including flour, graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon, in a large bowl.
  2. Add softened butter, grated orange rind, orange juice, and lightly beaten eggs to the dry mixture.
  3. Using an electric mixer, beat on low speed until blended.
  4. Increase to high speed and beat for 3 minutes.
  5. Pour the batter into two greased and floured 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 3-inch loaf pans.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

624 kcal 31% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6g 12% DV
Total Fat 27.3g 35% DV
Carbs 100g 36% DV
Fiber 15.2g 54% DV
Sugar 27.1g 54% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 19263mg 100% DV
Potassium 417.5mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 139.5mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 21.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 17.7mg 20% DV
Calcium 1815.5mg 100% DV
Iron 6.9mg 38% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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