Orange Blossom Pisces Cake
A fragrant and moist citrus cake infused with delicate orange blossom water, perfect for a light dessert or afternoon treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons orange blossom water
- Zest of 1 orange
- ½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the orange zest, orange blossom water, and vanilla extract.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Pour in the orange juice and gently fold it into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, drizzle a simple orange glaze on top made from powdered sugar and fresh orange juice.
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