Orange Sponge Cake

Prep: 20 min Cook: 55 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A light and zesty orange sponge cake featuring bright citrus flavors, airy texture, perfect for celebrations or afternoon tea, appealing to citrus lovers and dessert enthusiasts.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon grated orange peel
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup orange juice

Instructions

  1. Combine flour and 1/3 cup sugar; set aside.
  2. Beat egg yolks until thick and lemon colored, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Add orange peel and orange juice; beat until very thick.
  4. Gradually add 2/3 cup sugar and salt, beating constantly.
  5. Sift flour mixture over egg yolk mixture a little at a time, folding just until blended.
  6. Wash beaters.
  7. Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
  8. Gradually add 1/2 cup sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
  9. Thoroughly fold yolk mixture into whites.
  10. Pour batter into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan.
  11. Bake at 325°F for about 55 minutes.
  12. Invert cake in pan to cool.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

293 kcal 15% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5g 10% DV
Total Fat 2g 3% DV
Carbs 63.8g 23% DV
Fiber 1.9g 7% DV
Sugar 2.3g 5% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9776.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 4396.5mg 94% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 18mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 16.7mg 19% DV
Calcium 77.3mg 6% DV
Iron 2.8mg 16% 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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