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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 search of a dessert that brightens any occasion, look no further than our Orange Velvet Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting. This luscious cake is soft, fluffy, and infused with vibrant citrus flavor that tantalizes the taste buds. Its stunning color and delightful frosting make it not just a treat for your palate but also a feast for the eyes. Perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or even a simple weeknight indulgence, this cake will quickly become a beloved staple in your home. With easy-to-follow steps, baking this sweet masterpiece is a joy—enjoy sharing it with friends and family!

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1½ sticks unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 3 cups cake flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup concentrated orange juice, thawed
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • Zest from one orange (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon orange extract
  • Orange coloring gel (optional)
  • 3 sticks unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 16 oz 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 powdered sugar (adjust to taste, for frosting)
  • Orange coloring gel (optional, for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, sift together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk milk, orange juice, vegetable oil, orange extract, and optional zest.
  4. Beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth in a large mixing bowl.
  5. Gradually add sugar and mix until fluffy. Incorporate eggs one at a time.
  6. Alternately add dry ingredients and wet mixture to the creamed base until combined.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pans; bake for about 28-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow cakes to cool before frosting.

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