Orange Chiffon Layer Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A light, fluffy orange chiffon cake with citrus flavor, perfect for celebrations or afternoon tea, appealing to those who love moist, airy desserts with a tangy twist.

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Ingredients

  • 2 egg whites
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 cups sifted cake flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup skim milk
  • 1/2 cup Puritan oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a small bowl, beat egg whites with 1/3 cup sugar until thick and glossy, but not stiff.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine sifted cake flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Add orange juice, skim milk, Puritan oil, and egg yolks to the dry ingredients. Mix at medium speed for 3 minutes.
  5. Scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl often to ensure even mixing.
  6. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter until well blended.
  7. Pour the batter into two greased and floured 8 x 1 1/2-inch layer pans.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 to 30 minutes until the center springs back when lightly touched.
  9. Cool for 10 to 20 minutes, then remove from pans.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

726 kcal 36% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 33g 66% DV
Total Fat 42.9g 55% DV
Carbs 55.2g 20% DV
Fiber 1.8g 6% DV
Sugar 15.2g 30% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12780.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 551.8mg 12% DV
Cholesterol 578.3mg 100% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 170mcg 19% DV
Vitamin C 20.5mg 23% DV
Vitamin D 3mcg 15% DV
Calcium 1677.3mg 100% DV
Iron 8.8mg 49% DV

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

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