Mint Citrus Pisces Cake
A refreshing Mint Citrus Pisces Cake that combines zesty citrus flavors with cool mint, creating a light and vibrant dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup powder sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tbsp water (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat sugar and eggs until pale and fluffy.
- Stir in melted butter, Greek yogurt, lemon and orange zest, lemon and orange juice, chopped mint, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Mix powdered sugar with water to make a glaze and drizzle over the cooled cake.
- Garnish with additional fresh mint leaves before serving.
Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, serve the cake chilled with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Find it online: https://seasonedrecipe.com/mint-citrus-pisces-cake/