orange drizzle cake
A moist, citrus-infused sponge cake drizzled with a sweet orange syrup for the ultimate zesty treat.
Ingredients
- 200 grms self-raising flour
- 200 grms unsalted butter (softened)
- 200 grms caster sugar
- 4 large eggs
- Zest of 2 oranges
- 50 ml fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Drizzle:
- 100 grms icing sugar
- 50 ml fresh orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a loaf tin.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
- Add the orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold in the self-raising flour until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, mix icing sugar with fresh orange juice to create the drizzle.
- Once baked, let the cake cool slightly before pouring the drizzle over the top.
- Allow the cake to absorb the syrup before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cake is slightly warm when drizzling to allow for better absorption.
- Use freshly squeezed orange juice for the best flavor.