This bright and fluffy Classic Orange Cake is made with an entire orange — peel and all! Bursting with bold citrus flavor and irresistible aroma, it’s a blender cake that’s as easy to make as it is delicious to eat. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
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Uses a whole orange for full citrus flavor
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Incredibly moist and tender, with minimal prep
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A quick one-bowl + blender cake
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Just-right sweetness and beautiful golden color
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No butter, dairy-free, and pantry-friendly!
Ingredients
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1 large seedless orange, well washed (peel included)
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3 large eggs
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1 cup (240 ml) vegetable oil
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1½ cups (300 g) sugar
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2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
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1 tbsp baking powder
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Pinch of salt
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Oven & Pan
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Grease and flour a round or bundt cake pan.
2️⃣ Blend the Wet Ingredients
Cut the orange into chunks.
✅ If the orange has seeds, remove them. If the peel is thick and bitter, consider removing half of it.
In a blender, combine orange pieces, eggs, vegetable oil, and sugar.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
3️⃣ Combine with Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Pour in the blended orange mixture and mix just until fully incorporated.
4️⃣ Bake
Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
5️⃣ Cool & Serve
Allow to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Once cooled, slice and serve with tea or coffee — or dust with powdered sugar for a sweet finish.
⏱️ Time Breakdown
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Bake Time: 35–45 minutes
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Total Time: ~50–55 minutes
Nutrition (Per Slice – Approx.)
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Calories: 290
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Fat: 12g
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Carbs: 42g
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Sugar: 24g
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Protein: 4g
Tips & Variations
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Use a thin-skinned navel or Valencia orange for best results
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Add orange zest for extra punch
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Drizzle with a citrus glaze (powdered sugar + orange juice)
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Swap ½ cup of flour for almond flour for a softer crumb
Classic Whole Orange Cake
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 10–12 slices
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This soft and fluffy Classic Orange Cake is made with an entire orange — peel and all — for a rich, aromatic citrus flavor that’s irresistibly fresh. Blended for convenience and baked to golden perfection, this old-fashioned Brazilian-inspired cake is perfect for tea time, breakfast, or a light dessert.
Ingredients
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1 large seedless orange (washed, peel kept on if thin-skinned)
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3 large eggs
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1 cup (240 ml) vegetable oil
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1 1/2 cups (300 g) granulated sugar
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2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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Pinch of salt
Notes
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Add a simple orange glaze (powdered sugar + orange juice) for a glossy finish.
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Sprinkle with powdered sugar for a classic touch.
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Use a thin-skinned orange like navel or Valencia for best results.
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Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American