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Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting

Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting
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If you’re in the mood for a vibrant dessert that adds a splash of sunshine to any gathering, look no further than this Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting. This delightful cake features soft, citrusy layers that melt in your mouth, complemented by a rich and creamy frosting that’s bursting with orange flavor. Perfect for birthdays, family dinners, or simply a sweet treat at home, this cake is as easy to make as it is impressive. With its cheerful color and zesty taste, it’s guaranteed to bring smiles all around!

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (226g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1½ sticks (168g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 3 cups (342g) cake flour
  • 2 teaspoons (8g) baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon (3g) baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon (3g) salt
  • ½ cup (120ml) milk
  • ½ cup (120ml) concentrated orange juice, thawed (do not add water)
  • ¼ cup (60ml) vegetable oil
  • Zest from one orange (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon orange extract
  • Orange coloring gel (optional, for desired shade)
  • 3 sticks (339g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 16 oz (452g) full-fat cream cheese, softened (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract (for frosting)
  • ½ teaspoon salt (for frosting)
  • 7 cups (805g) powdered sugar (adjust to taste, for frosting)
  • Orange coloring gel (optional, for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare three 8-inch round cake pans by greasing them and lining the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, sift together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
  3. In another bowl, whisk milk, concentrated orange juice, vegetable oil, orange extract, and optional zest until combined.
  4. Beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth; gradually add sugar until fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  6. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients and wet mixture alternately until just combined.
  7. If using orange coloring gel, add it now and mix until desired shade is achieved.
  8. Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 28-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let cakes cool in pans for 5-10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

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