Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Sicilian Whole Orange Cake. This moist and citrusy dessert is made using a whole orange, transforming it into a delightful treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cake:
- 1 large seedless orange (about 8 oz), washed and cut into chunks with peel
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Dusting:
- powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or springform pan.
- Prepare the Orange Mixture: Process orange chunks in a food processor until smooth. Add vegetable oil, eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract, blending well.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Pour the orange mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Bake: Pour batter into the pan, smooth the top, and bake for 40–50 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.
Notes
- This cake has a naturally moist texture and intense citrus flavor from using the whole orange.
- For a richer version, substitute part of the oil with melted butter.
- It pairs beautifully with tea or coffee.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
