Posted on Monday, January 13, 2025 in
Cake Recipes
Grandma's Delicious Orange Cake Recipe
Grandma's delicious orange cake (bolo de laranja da vovó), a moist, zesty dessert made with fresh orange juice, zest, and great memories.
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Preparation time | 15 min |
Cooking Time | 40 min |
Ready In | 55 min |
Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Servings | 8 |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Calories | 368 |
Fat | 14g |
Carbs | 54g |
Protein | 6g |
Ingredients
3 cups of all-purpose flour2 cups of granulated sugar1 cup of orange juiceZest of one orange1/2 cup of vegetable oil1 teaspoon of baking powder5 eggs
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Preparation
- Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, combine the sugar and orange zest, rubbing them together to release the zest's flavor.
- Add the egg yolks and beat until creamy.
- Add the orange juice and gently mix.
- Pour in the oil and stir until well incorporated.
- Sift the flour together with the baking powder and add to the mixture and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the beaten egg whites.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured baking pan.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean (about 40 minutes).
- Optionally, dust with sugar before serving.
Recipe & Photo Credit: fattoincasadabenedetta.it
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